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Dr. Bhaskar Purushottam, MD

Rapid City, SD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Purushottam, Cardiologist in Rapid City, SD?

    Dr. Bhaskar Purushottam, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Rapid City, SD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Purushottam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Purushottam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Purushottam’s office at (605) 755-4300.

    What languages does Dr. Purushottam speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Purushottam typically treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Purushottam 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. Purushottam. 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:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, 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:

    • Varicose Veins
    • Spider Veins
    • Venous Insufficiency
    • Chronic Venous Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I83893: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with other complications

    What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Purushottam typically perform?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Purushottam 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. Purushottam. 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:

    • Vein Closure with Chemical Adhesive
    • Radiofrequency Vein Ablation
    • Endovenous Chemical Ablation
    • Varicose Vein Glue Treatment
    • Cyanoacrylate Vein Ablation
    • VenaSeal Procedure
    • Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation
    • RF Ablation for Varicose Veins
    • Vein Closure Procedure
    • Varicose Vein Treatment

    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
    • 36475: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, radiofrequency; first vein treated

    Also known as:

    • Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
    • Intravascular Ultrasound (Additional Non-Coronary Vessel)
    • IVUS (Non-Coronary)
    • Vessel Ultrasound
    • Internal Artery Ultrasound
    • IVUS for Blood Vessels
    • Non-Coronary Vessel Ultrasound
    • Internal Blood Vessel Imaging

    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)
    • 37253: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; each additional noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Laser Treatment for Varicose Veins
    • Chemical Ablation for Varicose Veins (Leg)
    • Endovenous Laser Ablation
    • Vein Laser Therapy
    • Varicose Vein Laser Surgery
    • Incompetent Vein Ablation
    • Vein Glue Treatment
    • Cyanoacrylate Ablation
    • Endovenous Chemical Ablation
    • Varicose Vein Closure

    CPT Codes:

    • 36478: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, laser; first vein treated
    • 36483: 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; subsequent vein(s) treated in a single extremity, each through separate access sites (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Leg Artery Revascularization with Stent and Atherectomy
    • Femoral artery revascularization
    • Popliteal artery revascularization
    • Leg artery stenting and atherectomy
    • Endovascular leg artery repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 37227: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal stent placement(s) and atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed

    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:

    • Iliac Artery Stent Placement
    • Endovascular iliac artery stenting
    • Iliac artery angioplasty with stent
    • Pelvic artery revascularization

    CPT Codes:

    • 37221: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, iliac artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with transluminal stent placement(s), includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed

    Does Dr. Purushottam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Purushottam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (605) 755-4300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Purushottam accept in Rapid City, SD?

    Dr. Purushottam in Rapid City, SD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Sanford Health

    • State of Wyoming

    • Unknown

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Purushottam's office located?

    Dr. Bhaskar Purushottam's Primary Practice

    4150 5th St

    Rapid City, SD 57701

    (605) 755-4300

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    Dr. Bhaskar Purushottam's Practice 2

    353 Fairmont Blvd

    Rapid City, SD 57701

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    Dr. Bhaskar Purushottam's Practice 3

    825 Centennial Dr

    Chadron, NE 69337

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

    Dr. Purushottam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982804969.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Purushottam?

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

    What is Dr. Bhaskar Purushottam's specialty?

    Dr. Purushottam is a Cardiologist near Rapid City, SD.

    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. Bhaskar Purushottam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Purushottam is affiliated with Monument Health Spearfish Hospital 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

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    Is Bhaskar Purushottam accepting new patients in Rapid City, SD?

    Yes, Dr. Bhaskar Purushottam is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Bhaskar Purushottam offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Purushottam's office at (605) 755-4300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Bhaskar Purushottam?

    Please contact Dr. Purushottam's office at (605) 755-4300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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