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Dr. Lydia Engwenyu, MD
San Antonio, TX
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Engwenyu, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Lydia Engwenyu, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Engwenyu is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Engwenyu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Engwenyu’s office at (210) 617-5300.
Is Dr. Engwenyu board certified in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Lydia Engwenyu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Engwenyu speak?
Dr. Engwenyu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Engwenyu treat?
As a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Engwenyu 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. Engwenyu. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Slow Heart Rate
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Right Bundle Branch Block
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
- RBBB
- Right Heart Block
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
- I4510: Unspecified right bundle-branch block
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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 Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, 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
Which procedures does Dr. Engwenyu perform as a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
As a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Lydia Engwenyu 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Engwenyu's office.
Does Dr. Engwenyu accept my insurance?
Dr. Engwenyu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 617-5300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Engwenyu accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Engwenyu in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Reserve National Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Engwenyu's office located?
Dr. Lydia Engwenyu's Primary Practice
7400 Merton Minter St
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 617-5300
What is Dr. Engwenyu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Engwenyu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518194232.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Engwenyu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Engwenyu
What is Dr. Lydia Engwenyu's specialty?
Dr. Engwenyu is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near San Antonio, TX. Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure. Contact Dr. Engwenyu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lydia Engwenyu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Engwenyu is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio, Peterson Regional 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
Where can I learn more about Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
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Is Lydia Engwenyu accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Lydia Engwenyu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lydia Engwenyu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Engwenyu's office at (210) 617-5300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lydia Engwenyu?
Please contact Dr. Engwenyu's office at (210) 617-5300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lydia Engwenyu have?
Dr. Lydia Engwenyu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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