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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rao, Cardiologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Suresh Rao, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. He has been practicing for over 28 years. Dr. Rao graduated from Mysore Medical College and Research Institute and completed his residency at Cook County Hospital Program. Dr. Rao is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rao’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rao’s office at (323) 441-1122.
Where did Dr. Rao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cook County Hospital Program
Medical School: Mysore Medical College and Research Institute | Madras Med College
What languages does Dr. Rao speak?
Dr. Rao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Rao typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Rao 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. Rao. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
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
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Rao typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Rao 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. Rao. 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:
- Foam Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
- Varicose vein foam injection
- Ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy
- Saphenous vein treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36465: Injection of non-compounded foam sclerosant with ultrasound compression maneuvers to guide dispersion of the injectate, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring; single incompetent extremity truncal vein (eg, great saphenous vein, accessory saphenous vein)
Also known as:
- Vein Closure with Chemical Adhesive
- Endovenous Chemical Ablation
- Varicose Vein Glue Treatment
- Cyanoacrylate Vein Ablation
- VenaSeal Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 36482: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, by transcatheter delivery of a chemical adhesive (eg, cyanoacrylate) remote from the access site, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous; first vein treated
Does Dr. Rao accept my insurance?
Dr. Rao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 441-1122 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rao accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Rao in Los Angeles, 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
City of Los Angeles
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
Preferred IPA
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Rao's office located?
Dr. Suresh Rao's Primary Practice
1701 E Cesar E Chavez Ave Ste 125
Los Angeles, CA 90033
(323) 441-1122
What is Dr. Rao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689753188.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rao
What is Dr. Suresh Rao's specialty?
Dr. Rao is a Cardiologist near Los Angeles, 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. Suresh Rao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rao is affiliated with Adventist Health White Memorial, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Los Angeles General Medical Center, Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca), Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Adventist Health Glendale 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
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Is Suresh Rao accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Suresh Rao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Suresh Rao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rao's office at (323) 441-1122 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Suresh Rao?
Please contact Dr. Rao's office at (323) 441-1122 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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