31 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vlachonassios, Cardiologist in Downey, CA?
Dr. Konstantinos Vlachonassios, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Downey, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years. Dr. Vlachonassios graduated from Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India and completed his residency at Beth Israel Med Center. Dr. Vlachonassios is fluent in English, Greek, Modern (1453-), and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vlachonassios’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vlachonassios’s office at (562) 622-9500.
Where did Dr. Vlachonassios go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Beth Israel Med Center | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program
Medical School: Aristotle University Of Thessaloniki School Of Medicine | Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India | Aristotle University of Thessaloniki Medical School
What languages does Dr. Vlachonassios speak?
Dr. Vlachonassios and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Greek, Modern (1453-)
Spanish
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Vlachonassios typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Vlachonassios 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. Vlachonassios. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Vlachonassios typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Konstantinos Vlachonassios 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. Vlachonassios' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vlachonassios accept my insurance?
Dr. Vlachonassios accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 622-9500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vlachonassios accept in Downey, CA?
Dr. Vlachonassios in Downey, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
HealthSmart
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vlachonassios' office located?
Dr. Konstantinos Vlachonassios' Primary Practice
11101 La Reina Ave # 201
Downey, CA 90241
(562) 622-9500
What is Dr. Vlachonassios's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vlachonassios's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851473003.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vlachonassios?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vlachonassios
What is Dr. Konstantinos Vlachonassios's specialty?
Dr. Vlachonassios is a Cardiologist near Downey, CA.
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. Konstantinos Vlachonassios affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vlachonassios is affiliated with Uci Medical Center, Pih Health Whittier Hospital, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center 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 a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Konstantinos Vlachonassios accepting new patients in Downey, CA?
Yes, Dr. Konstantinos Vlachonassios is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Konstantinos Vlachonassios offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vlachonassios's office at (562) 622-9500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Konstantinos Vlachonassios?
Please contact Dr. Vlachonassios's office at (562) 622-9500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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