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34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Varma, Interventional Cardiologist in Kearney, NE?
Dr. Vivek Varma, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Kearney, NE. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Varma graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Al Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; Univ Of Md Med Sys, Internal Medicine. Dr. Varma is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Varma’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Varma’s office at (410) 620-4920.
Where did Dr. Varma go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Al Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; Univ Of Md Med Sys, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md | University of Maryland School of Medicine | UMA Baltimore School of Medicine
Is Dr. Varma board certified as an Interventional Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Vivek Varma, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Varma speak?
Dr. Varma and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Varma typically treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Varma 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. Varma. 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:
- 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Varma typically perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Varma 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. Varma. 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:
- Leg Artery Unblocking with Atherectomy and Angioplasty
- Femoral Artery Revascularization
- Popliteal Artery Atherectomy
- Leg Artery Angioplasty
- Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 37225: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
Also known as:
- Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
- Permanent Pacemaker Placement
- Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
- Heart Rhythm Device Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Angioplasty
- Tibial Artery Angioplasty
- Peroneal Artery Angioplasty
- Leg Artery Revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 37228: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial, peroneal artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with transluminal angioplasty
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Angioplasty (Femoral/Popliteal)
- Femoral Artery Angioplasty
- Popliteal Artery Angioplasty
- Leg Artery Revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 37224: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal angioplasty
Also known as:
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
- IVUS (Non-Coronary)
- Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Artery Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 37252: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; initial noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Test
- Oximeter Reading
- Blood Oxygen Level Test
CPT Codes:
- 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination
Also known as:
- Inhalation Breathing Treatment
- Nebulizer Treatment
- Aerosol Treatment
- IPPB Treatment
- Airway Obstruction Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device
Does Dr. Varma accept my insurance?
Dr. Varma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 620-4920 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Varma accept in Kearney, NE?
Dr. Varma in Kearney, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medica Group
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Varma's office located?
What is Dr. Varma's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Varma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043314362.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Varma?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Varma
What is Dr. Vivek Varma's specialty?
Dr. Varma is a Interventional Cardiologist near Kearney, NE.
What does an Interventional Cardiologist do?
A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function.
Is this Dr. Vivek Varma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Varma is affiliated with Bryan Health Kearney Regional Medical Center, Mary Lanning Healthcare, Bryan East Campus 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 Vivek Varma accepting new patients in Kearney, NE?
Yes, Dr. Vivek Varma is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vivek Varma offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Varma's office at (410) 620-4920 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vivek Varma?
Please contact Dr. Varma's office at (410) 620-4920 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vivek Varma have?
Dr. Vivek Varma is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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