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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Byrd, Cardiologist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Benjamin Byrd, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Byrd graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Harvard University. Dr. Byrd is fluent in English, French, and Kannada, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Byrd’s practice accepts Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Byrd’s office at (615) 322-3000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Byrd?
Dr. Benjamin Byrd, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified 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. Byrd empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Congenital Heart Disease, Echocardiography, Heart Valve Disease, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Nashville, TN community, Dr. Byrd is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Byrd go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Harvard University
Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Byrd board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Byrd, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Byrd speak?
Dr. Byrd and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Kannada
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Byrd typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Byrd 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. Byrd. 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:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Byrd typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Byrd 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. Byrd's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Byrd accept my insurance?
Dr. Byrd 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. Byrd accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Byrd in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Oscar Health
UMR Administered Payer
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Byrd's office located?
What is Dr. Byrd's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Byrd's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912099342.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Byrd?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Byrd
What is Dr. Benjamin Byrd's specialty?
Dr. Byrd is a Cardiologist near Nashville, TN.
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. Benjamin Byrd affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Byrd 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
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Is Benjamin Byrd accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Byrd is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Byrd offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Byrd's office at (615) 322-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Byrd?
Please contact Dr. Byrd's office at (615) 322-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Byrd have?
Dr. Benjamin Byrd is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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