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Who is Dr. Ramu, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Johnson City, TN?
Dr. Vijay Ramu, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Johnson City, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ramu completed his residency at E Tn U-J H Quillen Coll Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ramu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ramu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ramu’s office at (423) 439-7280.
Where did Dr. Ramu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: E Tn U-J H Quillen Coll Med, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Bangalore Med Coll, Bangalore University, Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Is Dr. Ramu board certified in Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
Yes, Dr. Vijay Ramu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ramu speak?
Dr. Ramu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ramu treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Ramu 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. Ramu. 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
- Heart Palpitations
- Fast Heartbeat
- Atrial Flutter
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- SVT
- Supraventricular Tachycardia
- Rapid Heart Rate
- A-flutter
- Heart flutter
- Rapid atrial rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I471: Supraventricular tachycardia
- I4892: Unspecified atrial flutter
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:
- Pacemaker Battery Check
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Check
- Pacemaker Battery Testing
- Cardiac Pacing Device Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z45010: Encounter for checking and testing of cardiac pacemaker pulse generator [battery]
Also known as:
- Other Heart Device Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Implantable Defibrillator Management
- Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Device Care
- Other Implanted Heart Device Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4509: Encounter for adjustment and management of other cardiac device
Also known as:
- Implantable Defibrillator Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- AICD Management
- Defibrillator Adjustment
- ICD Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4502: Encounter for adjustment and management of automatic implantable cardiac defibrillator
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Leaky tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid regurgitation
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult
- Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Body Weight
- Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
Also known as:
- Cigarette Addiction
- Smoking
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Which procedures does Dr. Ramu perform as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Vijay Ramu 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ramu's office.
Does Dr. Ramu accept my insurance?
Dr. Ramu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 439-7280 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ramu accept in Johnson City, TN?
Dr. Ramu in Johnson City, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Devoted Health
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
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Where is Dr. Ramu's office located?
Dr. Vijay Ramu's Primary Practice
400 N State of Franklin Rd Fl 1
Johnson City, TN 37604
(423) 439-7280
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
80% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Vijay Ramu an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Ramu has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Ramu, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Ramu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ramu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164519104.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ramu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ramu
What is Dr. Vijay Ramu's specialty?
Dr. Ramu is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Johnson City, TN. A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments. Contact Dr. Ramu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Vijay Ramu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ramu is affiliated with Johnson City Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
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Is Vijay Ramu accepting new patients in Johnson City, TN?
Yes, Dr. Vijay Ramu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vijay Ramu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ramu's office at (423) 439-7280 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vijay Ramu?
Please contact Dr. Ramu's office at (423) 439-7280 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vijay Ramu have?
Dr. Vijay Ramu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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