EverydayHealthLogo
AK

Dr. Ashok Krishnaswami, MD

San Jose, CA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Krishnaswami, Cardiologist in San Jose, CA?

    Dr. Ashok Krishnaswami, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Krishnaswami completed his residency at Va Commonwealth U Mcv Sch Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; Mem Hermann Hlthcare Sys, Internal Medicine. Dr. Krishnaswami is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Krishnaswami’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krishnaswami’s office at (408) 972-7000.

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

    • Residency: Va Commonwealth U Mcv Sch Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; Mem Hermann Hlthcare Sys, Internal Medicine | University Tex Med School

    • Medical School: Stanley Med Coll- Dr M G R Med Univ- Madras- Tn- India | Stanley Med College University Of Madra

    Is Dr. Krishnaswami board certified in Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Ashok Krishnaswami, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Krishnaswami speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Krishnaswami treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Krishnaswami 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. Krishnaswami. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations
    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Systolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
    • HFrEF
    • Pumping Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Heart
    • Heart Disease
    • Cardiomegaly
    • Big heart
    • Heart enlargement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I517: Cardiomegaly

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    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:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Heart Disease Screening
    • Vascular Disease Check
    • Cardiac Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders

    Which procedures does Dr. Krishnaswami perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ashok Krishnaswami may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Krishnaswami's office.

    Does Dr. Krishnaswami accept my insurance?

    Dr. Krishnaswami accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 972-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Krishnaswami accept in San Jose, CA?

    Dr. Krishnaswami in San Jose, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Santa Clara Family Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Krishnaswami's office located?

    Dr. Ashok Krishnaswami's Primary Practice

    270 International Cir

    San Jose, CA 95119

    (408) 972-7000

    Get Directions

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

    Dr. Krishnaswami's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699851196.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krishnaswami?

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

    What is Dr. Ashok Krishnaswami's specialty?

    Dr. Krishnaswami is a Cardiologist near San Jose, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Krishnaswami to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ashok Krishnaswami affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Krishnaswami is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Kaiser Permanente - San Jose Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?

    Explore Cardiologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Ashok Krishnaswami accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ashok Krishnaswami is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ashok Krishnaswami offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Krishnaswami's office at (408) 972-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ashok Krishnaswami?

    Please contact Dr. Krishnaswami's office at (408) 972-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ashok Krishnaswami have?

    Dr. Ashok Krishnaswami is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

    Other Cardiologist Near San Jose, CA

    EL

    Cardiologist

    San Jose, CA
    BT

    Cardiologist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    San Jose, CA
    JJ

    Cardiologist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    San Jose, CA
    See All Specialists

    Doctors by Category

    Specialists