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Dr. Subhadra Shashidharan, MD

Atlanta, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shashidharan, Thoracic Surgeon in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Subhadra Shashidharan, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA. Dr. Shashidharan is fluent in English, German, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shashidharan’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shashidharan’s office at (817) 903-9778.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Shashidharan?

    Dr. Subhadra Shashidharan, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Thoracic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Shashidharan empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cardiac Surgery-Adult & Pediatric, Congenital Heart Disease, Neonatal Cardiac Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Atlanta/GA community, Dr. Shashidharan is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Shashidharan speak?

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

    • English

    • German

    • Korean

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Shashidharan treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Shashidharan 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. Shashidharan. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Ventricular Septal Defect
    • Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
    • Patent Ductus Arteriosus
    • Tetralogy of Fallot
    • Double Inlet Heart Chamber
    • Complete Atrioventricular Septal Defect
    • Pulmonary Artery Atresia
    • Hole in the Heart (Atrial Septal Defect)
    • Discordant Ventriculoarterial Connection
    • Narrowing of the Aorta
    • Patent Foramen Ovale
    • Narrowing of Pulmonary Artery
    • Double Outlet Right Ventricle
    • Underdeveloped Aorta
    • Congenital Heart Defects
    • Critical congenital heart disease
    • VSD
    • Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
    • Congenital Heart Anomaly
    • HLHS
    • Underdeveloped Left Heart
    • Complex Congenital Heart Disease
    • PDA
    • Open Ductus Arteriosus
    • Heart Connection Problem in Newborns
    • TOF
    • Blue Baby Syndrome
    • Complex Heart Defect
    • Double Inlet Left Ventricle
    • Double Inlet Right Ventricle
    • Single Ventricle Heart Defect
    • Complete AVSD
    • Full Endocardial Cushion Defect
    • Large Hole in Heart
    • Blocked Pulmonary Artery
    • Missing Pulmonary Artery
    • Pulmonary Atresia
    • ASD
    • Atrial Septal Defect
    • Hole between Upper Heart Chambers
    • Transposition of the Great Arteries
    • Heart Artery Misconnection
    • Aortic Coarctation
    • CoA
    • Pinched Aorta
    • PFO
    • Open Foramen Ovale
    • Hole in Heart (PFO)
    • Pulmonary Artery Stenosis
    • DORV
    • Small Aorta
    • Hypoplastic Aorta
    • Narrow Aorta

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q210: Ventricular septal defect
    • Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
    • Q250: Patent ductus arteriosus
    • Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
    • Q204: Double inlet ventricle
    • Q2123: Complete atrioventricular septal defect
    • Q255: Atresia of pulmonary artery
    • Q2110: Atrial septal defect, unspecified
    • Q203: Discordant ventriculoarterial connection
    • Q251: Coarctation of aorta
    • Q2112: Patent foramen ovale
    • Q256: Stenosis of pulmonary artery
    • Q201: Double outlet right ventricle
    • Q2542: Hypoplasia of aorta

    Also known as:

    • Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
    • Trouble Starting to Swallow
    • Throat Swallowing Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • History of Corrected Heart and Circulatory System Birth Defects
    • Birth Defects
    • Heart Disease
    • Past heart malformations
    • Previous corrected congenital heart problems
    • History of circulatory system birth anomalies

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z8774: Personal history of (corrected) congenital malformations of heart and circulatory system

    Also known as:

    • Fetal Heart Anomalies
    • Congenital Heart Defects in Fetus
    • Fetal Cardiac Malformations
    • Fetal Heart Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O35BXX0: Maternal care for other (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, fetal cardiac anomalies, not applicable or unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    What procedures does Dr. Shashidharan perform?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Shashidharan 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. Shashidharan. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function

    Also known as:

    • Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) Repair in Children
    • PDA Ligation
    • Ductus Arteriosus Division
    • Congenital Heart Defect Repair Child

    CPT Codes:

    • 33822: Repair Of Patent Ductus Arteriosus; By Division, Younger Than 18 Years

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Septal Defect Repair
    • ASD Repair
    • Secundum ASD Closure
    • Open Heart Surgery for ASD
    • Heart Defect Patch Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 33641: Repair atrial septal defect, secundum, with cardiopulmonary bypass, with or without patch

    Does Dr. Shashidharan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shashidharan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (817) 903-9778 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shashidharan accept in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Shashidharan in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • CareSource

    • Centene

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicaid

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Shashidharan's office located?

    Dr. Subhadra Shashidharan's Primary Practice

    1405 Clifton Rd NE

    Atlanta, GA 30322

    (817) 903-9778

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

    Dr. Shashidharan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942323258.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shashidharan?

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

    What is Dr. Subhadra Shashidharan's specialty?

    Dr. Shashidharan is a Thoracic Surgeon near Atlanta, GA. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Shashidharan to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Subhadra Shashidharan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shashidharan is affiliated with Emory University Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Subhadra Shashidharan accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Subhadra Shashidharan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Subhadra Shashidharan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shashidharan's office at (817) 903-9778 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Subhadra Shashidharan?

    Please contact Dr. Shashidharan's office at (817) 903-9778 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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