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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Venkatachalam, Cardiologist in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Sridhar Venkatachalam, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Corpus Christi, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Venkatachalam is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Venkatachalam’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Venkatachalam’s office at (361) 888-8271.
What languages does Dr. Venkatachalam speak?
Dr. Venkatachalam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Venkatachalam typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Venkatachalam 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. Venkatachalam. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- 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
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Venkatachalam typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sridhar Venkatachalam 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. Venkatachalam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Venkatachalam accept my insurance?
Dr. Venkatachalam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (361) 888-8271 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Venkatachalam accept in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Venkatachalam in Corpus Christi, 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
Centene Corporation
Christus Health
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Venkatachalam's office located?
Dr. Sridhar Venkatachalam's Primary Practice
1521 S Staples St Ste 700
Corpus Christi, TX 78404
(361) 888-8271
What is Dr. Venkatachalam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Venkatachalam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659509990.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Venkatachalam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Venkatachalam
What is Dr. Sridhar Venkatachalam's specialty?
Dr. Venkatachalam is a Cardiologist near Corpus Christi, TX.
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. Sridhar Venkatachalam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Venkatachalam is affiliated with Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline, Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, Christus St. Michael Health System, University Hospital-San Antonio 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 Sridhar Venkatachalam accepting new patients in Corpus Christi, TX?
Yes, Dr. Sridhar Venkatachalam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sridhar Venkatachalam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Venkatachalam's office at (361) 888-8271 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sridhar Venkatachalam?
Please contact Dr. Venkatachalam's office at (361) 888-8271 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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