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Dr. Prasanna Sugathan, MD

Cardiologist

Lake Charles, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sugathan, Cardiologist in Lake Charles, LA?

    Dr. Prasanna Sugathan, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Lake Charles, LA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Sugathan completed her residency at Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Tn Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sugathan is fluent in English and Malayalam, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sugathan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sugathan’s office at (337) 312-8281.

    Where did Dr. Sugathan go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Tn Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn

    Is Dr. Sugathan board certified as a Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Prasanna Sugathan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Sugathan speak?

    Dr. Sugathan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Malayalam

    What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Sugathan typically treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Sugathan 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. Sugathan. 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:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Sugathan typically perform?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Sugathan 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. Sugathan. 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:

    • Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
    • Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
    • Under-Skin Heart Monitor
    • Cardiac Event Recorder Implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Sugathan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sugathan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 312-8281 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sugathan accept in Lake Charles, LA?

    Dr. Sugathan in Lake Charles, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene Corporation

    • Christus Health

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Devoted Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sugathan's office located?

    Dr. Prasanna Sugathan's Primary Practice

    501 Doctor Michael Debakey Dr

    Lake Charles, LA 70601

    (337) 312-8281

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    Dr. Prasanna Sugathan's Practice 2

    703 Cypress St Ste A

    Sulphur, LA 70663

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    What is Dr. Sugathan's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Sugathan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598847733.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sugathan?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sugathan

    What is Dr. Prasanna Sugathan's specialty?

    Dr. Sugathan is a Cardiologist near Lake Charles, LA.

    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 Dr. Prasanna Sugathan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sugathan is affiliated with Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, Ochsner American Legion Hospital, West Calcasieu Cameron 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 Dr. Prasanna Sugathan accepting new patients in Lake Charles, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Prasanna Sugathan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Prasanna Sugathan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sugathan's office at (337) 312-8281 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Prasanna Sugathan?

    Please contact Dr. Sugathan's office at (337) 312-8281 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sugathan's office located?

    Dr. Sugathan's offices are located in Lake Charles, LA and Sulphur, LA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Prasanna Sugathan have?

    Dr. Prasanna Sugathan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.