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Dr. Thampi John, MD

Fresno, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. John, Cardiologist in Fresno, CA?

    Dr. Thampi John, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Fresno, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. John graduated from Butler University in Indianapolis and completed his residency at Vet Affairs Med Ctr-W La, Cardiac Electrophysiology; Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, Cardiovascular Diseases; Umdnj-Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. John is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. John’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. John’s office at (559) 434-6232.

    Where did Dr. John go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Vet Affairs Med Ctr-W La, Cardiac Electrophysiology; Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, Cardiovascular Diseases; Umdnj-Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | UNIVERSITY OF MED

    • Medical School: Patliputra Med Coll, Ranchi University, Dhanbad, Bihar, India | Butler University in Indianapolis | UNIVERSITY OF RANCHI | Patliputra Medical College

    What languages does Dr. John speak?

    Dr. John and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. John treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. John 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. John. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Sick Sinus Syndrome
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Ventricular Tachycardia
    • Complete Heart Block
    • Arrhythmia
    • Sick sinus syndrome
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Sinus Node Dysfunction
    • Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
    • SSS
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • VT
    • V-tach
    • Fast heart rhythm
    • Complete AV Block
    • Third-Degree Heart Block

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I495: Sick sinus syndrome
    • R002: Palpitations
    • I4720: Ventricular tachycardia, unspecified
    • I442: Atrioventricular block, complete

    Also known as:

    • Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Muscle Disease
    • Enlarged Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. John perform?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. John 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. John. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
    • Pacemaker Battery Removal
    • Permanent Pacemaker Placement
    • Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
    • Heart Rhythm Device Implantation
    • Pacemaker Pulse Generator Removal
    • Heart Pacemaker Device Removal
    • Pacemaker Box Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular
    • 33233: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator only

    Also known as:

    • Implantable Defibrillator Placement
    • ICD insertion
    • Permanent defibrillator implant
    • Heart defibrillator replacement
    • Transvenous defibrillator system

    CPT Codes:

    • 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber

    Also known as:

    • Pacemaker Pocket Relocation
    • Leadless Pacemaker Insertion
    • Pacemaker Revision
    • Pacemaker Site Adjustment
    • Pacemaker Pocket Surgery
    • Transcatheter Pacemaker
    • Wireless Pacemaker Implant
    • Right Ventricular Pacemaker

    CPT Codes:

    • 33222: Relocation of skin pocket for pacemaker
    • 33274: Transcatheter insertion or replacement of permanent leadless pacemaker, right ventricular, including imaging guidance (eg, fluoroscopy, venous ultrasound, ventriculography, femoral venography) and device evaluation (eg, interrogation or programming), when performed

    Also known as:

    • Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
    • Pacemaker Generator Exchange
    • Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
    • Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
    • Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system

    Also known as:

    • Left Atrial Appendage Closure
    • LAA Closure
    • Watchman Procedure
    • Heart Appendage Sealing
    • Stroke Prevention Device Implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 33340: Percutaneous transcatheter closure of the left atrial appendage with endocardial implant, including fluoroscopy, transseptal puncture, catheter placement(s), left atrial angiography, left atrial appendage angiography, when performed, and radiological supervision and interpretation

    Also known as:

    • Relocation of Implantable Defibrillator
    • Defibrillator Pocket Revision
    • ICD Relocation Surgery
    • Move Defibrillator Device

    CPT Codes:

    • 33223: Relocation of skin pocket for implantable defibrillator

    Also known as:

    • Left Ventricle Pacing Lead Insertion
    • Cardiac Pacing Electrode Placement
    • LV Lead Insertion
    • Pacemaker Upgrade Lead

    CPT Codes:

    • 33225: Insertion of pacing electrode, cardiac venous system, for left ventricular pacing, at time of insertion of implantable defibrillator or pacemaker pulse generator (eg, for upgrade to dual chamber system) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
    • Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
    • Under-Skin Heart Monitor
    • Cardiac Event Recorder Implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Implantable Heart Monitor
    • Subcutaneous Cardiac Monitor Removal
    • Loop Recorder Removal
    • Implantable Loop Recorder Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 33286: Removal, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Defibrillator Wires (Transvenous)
    • Implantable Defibrillator Lead Extraction
    • Transvenous Electrode Removal
    • ICD Lead Removal
    • Heart Device Lead Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 33244: Removal of single or dual chamber implantable defibrillator electrode(s); by transvenous extraction

    Also known as:

    • Defibrillator Battery Replacement
    • ICD Generator Replacement
    • Implantable Defibrillator Exchange
    • Dual Lead Defibrillator Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 33263: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; dual lead system

    Also known as:

    • Repositioning of Pacemaker or Defibrillator Wire
    • Pacemaker Lead Repositioning
    • Defibrillator Electrode Adjustment
    • Heart Device Wire Fix

    CPT Codes:

    • 33215: Repositioning of previously implanted transvenous pacemaker or implantable defibrillator (right atrial or right ventricular) electrode

    Also known as:

    • Defibrillator Generator Replacement
    • ICD Generator Change
    • Implantable Defibrillator Battery Change
    • Defibrillator Device Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 33264: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; multiple lead system

    Also known as:

    • Defibrillator Generator Removal
    • ICD Pulse Generator Removal
    • Implantable Defibrillator Explant
    • Defibrillator Battery Removal
    • Heart Defibrillator Device Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 33241: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator only

    Also known as:

    • Ventricular Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
    • Permanent Pacemaker Implantation
    • Transvenous Pacemaker Placement
    • Heart Pacemaker Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 33207: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); ventricular

    Also known as:

    • Insertion of Pacemaker or Defibrillator Lead
    • Transvenous Electrode Placement
    • Pacemaker Lead Implant
    • Defibrillator Wire Insertion

    CPT Codes:

    • 33216: Insertion of a single transvenous electrode, permanent pacemaker or implantable defibrillator

    Also known as:

    • Drainage of Fluid Collection
    • Incision and Drainage
    • Hematoma Drainage
    • Seroma Drainage

    CPT Codes:

    • 10140: Incision and drainage of hematoma, seroma or fluid collection

    Does Dr. John accept my insurance?

    Dr. John accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 434-6232 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. John accept in Fresno, CA?

    Dr. John in Fresno, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Presbyterian Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. John's office located?

    Dr. Thampi John's Primary Practice

    30 E River Park Pl W Ste 330

    Fresno, CA 93720

    (559) 434-6232

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    Dr. Thampi John's Practice 2

    7202 N Millbrook Ave Ste 206

    Fresno, CA 93720

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    Dr. Thampi John's Practice 3

    15 E Audubon Dr

    Fresno, CA 93720

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    What is Dr. John's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. John's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043244122.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. John?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. John

    What is Dr. Thampi John's specialty?

    Dr. John is a Cardiologist near Fresno, CA. 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. Contact Dr. John to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Thampi John affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. John is affiliated with Community Regional Medical Center - Fresno, Saint Agnes Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fresno Medical Center, Clovis Community Medical Center 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

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    Is Thampi John accepting new patients in Fresno, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Thampi John is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thampi John offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. John's office at (559) 434-6232 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Thampi John?

    Please contact Dr. John's office at (559) 434-6232 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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