23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Laskar, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Sonjoy Laskar, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA. He has been practicing for over 23 years. Dr. Laskar graduated from Emory University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Cardiovascular Diseases Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Internal Medicine. Dr. Laskar is fluent in English and Bengali, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Laskar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Laskar’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Laskar?
Dr. Sonjoy Laskar, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Laskar empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Echocardiography, Heart Failure, Transplant Medicine-Heart, Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD), and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Atlanta, GA community, Dr. Laskar is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Laskar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Cardiovascular Diseases Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Internal Medicine | University of Texas At Southwestern
Medical School: Emory University School Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Laskar speak?
Dr. Laskar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Bengali
English
What conditions does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Laskar typically treat?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Laskar 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. Laskar. 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:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Worsening chronic heart failure
- Acute decompensated heart failure
- Sudden worsening heart failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5043: Acute on chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Assist Device
- Ventricular assist device (VAD)
- Artificial heart pump
- Cardiac support device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95811: Presence of heart assist device
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Laskar typically perform?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sonjoy Laskar may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Laskar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Laskar accept my insurance?
Dr. Laskar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Laskar accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Laskar in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of Georgia
Trustmark Mutual Holding Company
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Laskar's office located?
What is Dr. Laskar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Laskar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821109604.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Laskar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Laskar
What is Dr. Sonjoy Laskar's specialty?
Dr. Laskar is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Atlanta, GA.
What does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist do?
Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure.
Is this Dr. Sonjoy Laskar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Laskar is affiliated with Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital - Atlanta, Emory University Hospital 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 Sonjoy Laskar accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Sonjoy Laskar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sonjoy Laskar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Laskar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sonjoy Laskar?
Please contact Dr. Laskar's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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1365 Clifton Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30322