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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shanmugam, Interventional Cardiologist in Cedar Point, NC?
Dr. Balaji Shanmugam, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Cedar Point, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shanmugam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shanmugam’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shanmugam’s office at (610) 983-1530.
What languages does Dr. Shanmugam speak?
Dr. Shanmugam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shanmugam treat?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Shanmugam 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. Shanmugam. 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
- Arrhythmia
- Heart Palpitations
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Rheumatic Disease of Multiple Heart Valves
- Rheumatic Mitral and Aortic Valve Disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Rheumatic Polyvalvular Disease
- Rheumatic Fever Affecting All Heart Valves
- Multiple Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease
- Rheumatic Fever Affecting Heart Valves
ICD-10 Codes:
- I083: Combined rheumatic disorders of mitral, aortic and tricuspid valves
- I080: Rheumatic disorders of both mitral and aortic valves
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- Angina (Chest Pain)
- Angina
- Angina Pectoris
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Heart-Related Chest Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- I209: Angina pectoris, unspecified
Also known as:
- Rheumatic Mitral and Tricuspid Valve Disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I081: Rheumatic disorders of both mitral and tricuspid valves
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Obesity
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- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Which procedures does Dr. Shanmugam perform as a Interventional Cardiologist?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Balaji Shanmugam may include:
- Balloon Angioplasty / Stent
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Heart Valve Repair / Valvuloplasty
- Pacemaker Implant
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shanmugam's office.
Does Dr. Shanmugam accept my insurance?
Dr. Shanmugam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 983-1530 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shanmugam accept in Cedar Point, NC?
Dr. Shanmugam in Cedar Point, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital BlueCross
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Health Partners Plans
Highmark Inc.
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shanmugam's office located?
Dr. Balaji Shanmugam's Primary Practice
1165 Cedar Point Blvd Ste H
Cedar Point, NC 28584
(610) 983-1530
What is Dr. Shanmugam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shanmugam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851786164.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shanmugam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shanmugam
What is Dr. Balaji Shanmugam's specialty?
Dr. Shanmugam is a Interventional Cardiologist near Cedar Point, NC. 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. Contact Dr. Shanmugam to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Balaji Shanmugam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shanmugam is affiliated with Phoenixville Hospital, Carteret Health Care 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 Interventional Cardiologist?
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Is Balaji Shanmugam accepting new patients in Cedar Point, NC?
Yes, Dr. Balaji Shanmugam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Balaji Shanmugam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shanmugam's office at (610) 983-1530 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Balaji Shanmugam?
Please contact Dr. Shanmugam's office at (610) 983-1530 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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