22 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Challapalli, Cardiologist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Madhu Challapalli, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Challapalli completed his residency at Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Challapalli is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Challapalli’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Challapalli’s office at (210) 490-6000.
Where did Dr. Challapalli go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr Sch of Med, Lubbock Tx
Is Dr. Challapalli board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Madhu Challapalli, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Challapalli speak?
Dr. Challapalli and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Challapalli typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Challapalli 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. Challapalli. 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 here.
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:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Challapalli typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Madhu Challapalli 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. Challapalli's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Challapalli accept my insurance?
Dr. Challapalli accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 490-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Challapalli accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Challapalli in San Antonio, TX 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
Christus Health
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Challapalli's office located?
Dr. Madhu Challapalli's Primary Practice
11212 State Highway 151 Ste 230
San Antonio, TX 78251
(210) 490-6000
What is Dr. Challapalli's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Challapalli's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609847029.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Challapalli?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Challapalli
What is Dr. Madhu Challapalli's specialty?
Dr. Challapalli is a Cardiologist near San Antonio, TX.
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. Madhu Challapalli affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Challapalli is affiliated with Christus Santa Rosa Hospital-New Braunfels 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
When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Madhu Challapalli accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Madhu Challapalli is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Madhu Challapalli offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Challapalli's office at (210) 490-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Madhu Challapalli?
Please contact Dr. Challapalli's office at (210) 490-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Madhu Challapalli have?
Dr. Madhu Challapalli is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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