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Who is Dr. Gowd, Cardiologist in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Pampana Gowd, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA. Dr. Gowd is fluent in English, Hindi, and Kannada, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gowd’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gowd’s office at (551) 996-1333.
What languages does Dr. Gowd speak?
Dr. Gowd and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Kannada
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Gowd typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Gowd diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Gowd. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Gowd typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Gowd performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Gowd. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement)
- TAVI
- Percutaneous Aortic Valve Replacement
- Transfemoral Aortic Valve Replacement
- Minimally Invasive Heart Valve Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33361: Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR/TAVI) with prosthetic valve; percutaneous femoral artery approach
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Lithotripsy
- Heart artery shockwave therapy
- Intravascular lithotripsy (IVL)
- Percutaneous coronary lithotripsy
- Coronary artery calcification treatment
CPT Codes:
- 92972: Percutaneous transluminal coronary lithotripsy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Gowd accept my insurance?
Dr. Gowd accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (551) 996-1333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gowd accept in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Gowd in Bakersfield, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Managed Care of America
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Gowd's office located?
Dr. Pampana Gowd's Primary Practice
2901 Sillect Ave Ste 100
Bakersfield, CA 93308
(551) 996-1333
What is Dr. Gowd's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gowd's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043499460.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gowd?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gowd
What is Dr. Pampana Gowd's specialty?
Dr. Gowd is a Cardiologist near Bakersfield, CA.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Pampana Gowd affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gowd is affiliated with Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, Mercy Hospital Downtown, Community Regional Medical Center - Fresno which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Cardiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Pampana Gowd accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?
Yes, Dr. Pampana Gowd is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pampana Gowd offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gowd's office at (551) 996-1333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pampana Gowd?
Please contact Dr. Gowd's office at (551) 996-1333 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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