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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dodd, Pediatric Cardiologist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Debra Dodd, MD is a Pediatric Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Dodd graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program. Dr. Dodd is fluent in English, Afrikaans, Bengali, Czech, Dutch; Flemish, Gujarati, Hebrew, Kannada, Malayalam, Panjabi; Punjabi, Persian, Portuguese, Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan, Russian, Slovak, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Urdu, and Yoruba, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dodd’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dodd’s office at (615) 322-3000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Dodd?
Dr. Debra Dodd, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Cardiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Dodd empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cardiomyopathy, Congenital Heart Disease, Heart Failure, Transplant Medicine-Heart, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Nashville, TN community, Dr. Dodd is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Dodd go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program
Medical School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Dodd speak?
Dr. Dodd and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Afrikaans
Bengali
Czech
Dutch; Flemish
English
Gujarati
Hebrew
Kannada
Malayalam
Panjabi; Punjabi
Persian
Portuguese
Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan
Russian
Slovak
Spanish
Swedish
Thai
Turkish
Urdu
Yoruba
What conditions does a Pediatric Cardiologist like Dr. Dodd typically treat?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Dodd 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. Dodd. 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:
- Having a Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac transplant
- Heart replacement surgery
- Post-heart transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z941: Heart transplant status
What procedures does a Pediatric Cardiologist like Dr. Dodd typically perform?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Debra Dodd may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Dodd's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Dodd accept my insurance?
Dr. Dodd accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 322-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dodd accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Dodd in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna
CMS
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Oscar
Oxford Health Plans
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Where is Dr. Dodd's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Dodd affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Dodd has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Vanderbilt University Medical Center,Nashville, TN
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Vanderbilt University Medical Center,Nashville, TN
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Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt,Nashville, TN
Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt,Nashville, TN
What is Dr. Dodd's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dodd's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164514576.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dodd?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dodd
What is Dr. Debra Dodd's specialty?
Dr. Dodd is a Pediatric Cardiologist near Nashville, TN.
What does a Pediatric Cardiologist do?
A pediatric cardiologist provides comprehensive care for children with cardiovascular issues, offering expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing heart and blood vessel conditions. This specialist is skilled in selecting, performing, and interpreting structural and functional assessments of the heart and blood vessels, as well as conducting thorough clinical evaluations of cardiovascular diseases in young patients.
Is Dr. Debra Dodd affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dodd is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center 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
When to see a Pediatric Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Cardiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Dr. Debra Dodd accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Debra Dodd is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Debra Dodd offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dodd's office at (615) 322-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Debra Dodd?
Please contact Dr. Dodd's office at (615) 322-3000 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Dodd's office located?
Dr. Dodd's office is located in Nashville, TN.
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