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Dr. Bishwajit Kar, MD
Houston, TX
38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kar, Interventional Cardiologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Bishwajit Kar, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Kar completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Interventional Cardiology Baylor Coll Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases Baylor Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine and is currently affiliated with Memorial Hermann Hospital Southwest. Dr. Kar is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kar’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kar’s office at (713) 486-6728.
Where did Dr. Kar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Interventional Cardiology Baylor Coll Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases Baylor Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Kar board certified as an Interventional Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Bishwajit Kar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kar speak?
Dr. Kar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Kar typically treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Kar 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. Kar. 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:
- 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:
- 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
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Kar typically perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Bishwajit Kar may include:
- Balloon Angioplasty / Stent
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Heart Valve Repair / Valvuloplasty
- Pacemaker Implant
Please contact Dr. Kar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kar accept my insurance?
Dr. Kar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 486-6728 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kar accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Kar in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Community Health Choice
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicaid
Medicare
Memorial Hermann Health Insurance Company
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kar's office located?
Memorial Hermann Hospital Southwest
6400 Fannin St Ste 2500
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 486-6728
What is Dr. Kar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790865053.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kar
What is Dr. Bishwajit Kar's specialty?
Dr. Kar is a Interventional Cardiologist near Houston, 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. Bishwajit Kar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kar is affiliated with Christus Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth Hospital, Texas Health Arlington Memorial, Detar Hospital Navarro, Hca Houston Healthcare Kingwood, Dhr Health, St. Joseph Health Regional Hospital - Bryan, Tx 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 Bishwajit Kar accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Bishwajit Kar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bishwajit Kar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kar's office at (713) 486-6728 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bishwajit Kar?
Please contact Dr. Kar's office at (713) 486-6728 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bishwajit Kar have?
Dr. Bishwajit Kar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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