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Dr. Vijaya Pokala, MD
Nacogdoches, TX
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pokala, Interventional Cardiologist in Nacogdoches, TX?
Dr. Vijaya Pokala, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Nacogdoches, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Pokala graduated from Rangaraya Med College and completed his residency at Coney Island Hospital Program. Dr. Pokala is fluent in English, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pokala’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pokala’s office at (936) 564-2099.
Where did Dr. Pokala go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Coney Island Hospital Program
Medical School: Rangaraya Med College
Is Dr. Pokala board certified as an Interventional Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Vijaya Pokala, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pokala speak?
Dr. Pokala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
Spanish
What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Pokala typically treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Pokala 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. Pokala. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Pokala typically perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Vijaya Pokala may include:
- Balloon Angioplasty / Stent
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Heart Valve Repair / Valvuloplasty
- Pacemaker Implant
Please contact Dr. Pokala's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pokala accept my insurance?
Dr. Pokala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (936) 564-2099 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pokala accept in Nacogdoches, TX?
Dr. Pokala in Nacogdoches, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
American Health Advantage Texas
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pokala's office located?
Dr. Vijaya Pokala's Primary Practice
1023 N Mound St Ste K
Nacogdoches, TX 75961
(936) 564-2099
What is Dr. Pokala's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pokala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205847522.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pokala?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pokala
What is Dr. Vijaya Pokala's specialty?
Dr. Pokala is a Interventional Cardiologist near Nacogdoches, TX.
What does an Interventional Cardiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Vijaya Pokala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pokala is affiliated with Nacogdoches Medical Center, Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center - Longview 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
When to see an Interventional Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Vijaya Pokala accepting new patients in Nacogdoches, TX?
Yes, Dr. Vijaya Pokala is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vijaya Pokala offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pokala's office at (936) 564-2099 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vijaya Pokala?
Please contact Dr. Pokala's office at (936) 564-2099 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vijaya Pokala have?
Dr. Vijaya Pokala is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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