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Who is Dr. Iyer, Cardiologist in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Vijay Iyer, MD, PHD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Iyer completed his residency at Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Cardiovascular Diseases; Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Internal Medicine. Dr. Iyer is fluent in English, Bengali, Hindi, and Marathi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Iyer’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Iyer’s office.
Where did Dr. Iyer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Cardiovascular Diseases; Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Grant Medical College - Bombay Universiry
Is Dr. Iyer board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Vijay Iyer, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Iyer speak?
Dr. Iyer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Bengali
English
Hindi
Marathi
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Iyer typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Iyer 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. Iyer. 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:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Iyer typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Iyer 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. Iyer. 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:
- TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement)
- TAVI
- Percutaneous Aortic Valve Replacement
- Transfemoral Aortic Valve Replacement
- Minimally Invasive Heart Valve Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33361: Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR/TAVI) with prosthetic valve; percutaneous femoral artery approach
Also known as:
- Brain Clot Protection Device Placement
- Cerebral Embolic Protection Device
- Brain Embolism Prevention Device
- Transcatheter Brain Protection
CPT Codes:
- 33370: Transcatheter placement and subsequent removal of cerebral embolic protection device(s), including arterial access, catheterization, imaging, and radiological supervision and interpretation, percutaneous (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Minimally Invasive Mitral Valve Repair
- Transcatheter Mitral Valve Replacement (TMVR)
- Percutaneous Mitral Valve Repair
- Mitral Valve Clip Procedure
- Heart Valve Repair without Open Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33418: Transcatheter mitral valve repair, percutaneous approach, including transseptal puncture when performed; initial prosthesis
Also known as:
- Temporary Heart Pump Insertion
- Percutaneous VAD Insertion
- Temporary Left Ventricular Assist Device
- Heart Support Device Placement
- Heart Pump Placement
CPT Codes:
- 33990: Insertion of ventricular assist device, percutaneous, including radiological supervision and interpretation; left heart, arterial access only
Also known as:
- Left Atrial Appendage Closure
- Coronary Artery Lithotripsy
- LAA Closure
- Watchman Procedure
- Heart Appendage Sealing
- Stroke Prevention Device Implant
- Heart artery shockwave therapy
- Intravascular lithotripsy (IVL)
- Percutaneous coronary lithotripsy
- Coronary artery calcification treatment
CPT Codes:
- 33340: Percutaneous transcatheter closure of the left atrial appendage with endocardial implant, including fluoroscopy, transseptal puncture, catheter placement(s), left atrial angiography, left atrial appendage angiography, when performed, and radiological supervision and interpretation
- 92972: Percutaneous transluminal coronary lithotripsy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Tricuspid Heart Valve Replacement
- Transcatheter Tricuspid Valve Implantation
- TTVI
- Percutaneous Tricuspid Valve Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 0646T: Transcatheter tricuspid valve implantation (TTVI)/replacement with prosthetic valve, percutaneous approach, including right heart catheterization, temporary pacemaker insertion, and selective right ventricular or right atrial angiography, when performed
Does Dr. Iyer accept my insurance?
Dr. Iyer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Iyer accept in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Iyer in Buffalo, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Humana
Independent Health Association
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Iyer's office located?
What is Dr. Iyer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Iyer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114947272.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Iyer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Iyer
What is Dr. Vijay Iyer's specialty?
Dr. Iyer is a Cardiologist near Buffalo, NY.
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. Vijay Iyer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Iyer is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo, Olean General Hospital, Mount St. Mary’s Hospital 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
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Is Vijay Iyer accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?
Yes, Dr. Vijay Iyer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vijay Iyer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Iyer's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vijay Iyer?
Please contact Dr. Iyer's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vijay Iyer have?
Dr. Vijay Iyer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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