Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Doraiswamy, Interventional Cardiologist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Vijay Doraiswamy, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Doraiswamy graduated from Madras and completed his residency at The Western Pennsylvania Hospital. He is a member of the International Association of HealthCare Professionals. Dr. Doraiswamy is fluent in English, Hindi, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Doraiswamy’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Doraiswamy’s office.
Where did Dr. Doraiswamy go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Arizona College of Medicine Cardiovascular Medicine
Residency: The Western Pennsylvania Hospital | University of Arizona/UPHK Graduate Medical Education Consortium | University of Arizona Affiliated Hospitals | University of Arizona HSC
Medical School: Madras | Madras Med College
Is Dr. Doraiswamy board certified as an Interventional Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Vijay Doraiswamy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Doraiswamy speak?
Dr. Doraiswamy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Tamil
What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Doraiswamy typically treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Doraiswamy 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. Doraiswamy. 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:
- 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 Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
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:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Doraiswamy typically perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Doraiswamy 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. Doraiswamy. 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:
- Coronary Artery Lithotripsy
- Heart artery shockwave therapy
- Intravascular lithotripsy (IVL)
- Percutaneous coronary lithotripsy
- Coronary artery calcification treatment
CPT Codes:
- 92972: Percutaneous transluminal coronary lithotripsy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Doraiswamy accept my insurance?
Dr. Doraiswamy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Doraiswamy accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Doraiswamy in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Banner Health
Capital Blue Cross
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Doraiswamy's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
International Association of HealthCare Professionals
Member
What is Dr. Doraiswamy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Doraiswamy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851622112.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Doraiswamy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Doraiswamy
What is Dr. Vijay Doraiswamy's specialty?
Dr. Doraiswamy is a Interventional Cardiologist near Tucson, AZ.
What does an Interventional Cardiologist do?
A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function.
Is this Dr. Vijay Doraiswamy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Doraiswamy is affiliated with Tucson Medical Center, Banner - University Medical Center Tucson, Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital, Northwest Medical Center - Tucson, Az, Carondelet Holy Cross Hospital & Health 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
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Is Vijay Doraiswamy accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Vijay Doraiswamy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vijay Doraiswamy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Doraiswamy's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vijay Doraiswamy?
Please contact Dr. Doraiswamy's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vijay Doraiswamy have?
Dr. Vijay Doraiswamy is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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