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Dr. Sukhvinder Bhajal

Dr. Sukhvinder Bhajal

Visalia, CA

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bhajal, Cardiologist in Visalia, CA?

    Dr. Sukhvinder Bhajal is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Visalia, CA. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Bhajal graduated from St. George's University School of Medicine. Dr. Bhajal is fluent in English, Panjabi, Punjabi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bhajal’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bhajal’s office at (559) 635-4800.

    Where did Dr. Bhajal go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: St George',s University | St. George's University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Bhajal board certified as a Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Sukhvinder Bhajal is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Bhajal speak?

    Dr. Bhajal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Panjabi

    • Punjabi

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Bhajal treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Bhajal 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. Bhajal. 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
    • Slow Heart Rate
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Bradycardia
    • Slow Pulse
    • Low Heart Rate
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
    • R002: Palpitations

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
    • Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
    • Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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

    What procedures does Dr. Bhajal perform?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Bhajal 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. Bhajal. 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:

    • Implantable Defibrillator Placement
    • ICD insertion
    • Permanent defibrillator implant
    • Heart defibrillator replacement
    • Transvenous defibrillator system

    CPT Codes:

    • 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber

    Also known as:

    • Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
    • Pacemaker Battery Removal
    • Permanent Pacemaker Placement
    • Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
    • Heart Rhythm Device Implantation
    • Pacemaker Pulse Generator Removal
    • Heart Pacemaker Device Removal
    • Pacemaker Box Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular
    • 33233: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator only

    Also known as:

    • Left Ventricle Pacing Lead Insertion
    • Cardiac Pacing Electrode Placement
    • LV Lead Insertion
    • Pacemaker Upgrade Lead

    CPT Codes:

    • 33225: Insertion of pacing electrode, cardiac venous system, for left ventricular pacing, at time of insertion of implantable defibrillator or pacemaker pulse generator (eg, for upgrade to dual chamber system) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
    • Pacemaker Battery Replacement
    • Pacemaker Generator Exchange
    • Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
    • Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
    • Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement
    • Pacemaker generator exchange
    • Pacemaker pulse generator replacement
    • Pacemaker device replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system
    • 33229: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; multiple lead system

    Also known as:

    • Defibrillator Battery Replacement
    • ICD Generator Replacement
    • Implantable Defibrillator Exchange
    • Dual Lead Defibrillator Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 33263: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; dual lead system

    Also known as:

    • Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
    • Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
    • Under-Skin Heart Monitor
    • Cardiac Event Recorder Implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Implantable Heart Monitor
    • Subcutaneous Cardiac Monitor Removal
    • Loop Recorder Removal
    • Implantable Loop Recorder Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 33286: Removal, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor

    Also known as:

    • Defibrillator Generator Replacement
    • ICD Generator Change
    • Implantable Defibrillator Battery Change
    • Defibrillator Device Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 33264: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; multiple lead system

    Also known as:

    • Ventricular Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
    • Permanent Pacemaker Implantation
    • Transvenous Pacemaker Placement
    • Heart Pacemaker Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 33207: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); ventricular

    Also known as:

    • Insertion of Pacemaker or Defibrillator Lead
    • Transvenous Electrode Placement
    • Pacemaker Lead Implant
    • Defibrillator Wire Insertion

    CPT Codes:

    • 33216: Insertion of a single transvenous electrode, permanent pacemaker or implantable defibrillator

    Also known as:

    • Pacemaker System Upgrade
    • Pacemaker Conversion Surgery
    • Single to Dual Chamber Pacemaker Upgrade
    • Pacemaker Generator Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 33214: Upgrade of implanted pacemaker system, conversion of single chamber system to dual chamber system (includes removal of previously placed pulse generator, testing of existing lead, insertion of new lead, insertion of new pulse generator)

    Does Dr. Bhajal accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bhajal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 635-4800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bhajal accept in Visalia, CA?

    Dr. Bhajal in Visalia, 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

    • CBIZ

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Family Health Network

    • Humana

    • Managed Care of America

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Bhajal's office located?

    Dr. Sukhvinder Bhajal's Primary Practice

    5120 W Cypress Ave

    Visalia, CA 93277

    (559) 635-4800

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    What is Dr. Bhajal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Bhajal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346270113.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bhajal?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bhajal

    What is Dr. Sukhvinder Bhajal's specialty?

    Dr. Bhajal is a Cardiologist near Visalia, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Bhajal to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Sukhvinder Bhajal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bhajal is affiliated with Kaweah Health Medical Center, Clovis Community Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?

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    Is Sukhvinder Bhajal accepting new patients in Visalia, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Sukhvinder Bhajal is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sukhvinder Bhajal offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bhajal's office at (559) 635-4800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sukhvinder Bhajal?

    Please contact Dr. Bhajal's office at (559) 635-4800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sukhvinder Bhajal have?

    Dr. Sukhvinder Bhajal is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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