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Dr. Vikram Nijjar, MD

Alexandria, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nijjar, Interventional Cardiologist in Alexandria, LA?

    Dr. Vikram Nijjar, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Alexandria, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Nijjar graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine. Dr. Nijjar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nijjar’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nijjar’s office at (318) 448-1041.

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

    • Medical School: Tulane Univ School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Nijjar board certified in Interventional Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Vikram Nijjar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Nijjar speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Nijjar treat?

    As a Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Nijjar 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. Nijjar. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Heart Test Results
    • Heart Disease
    • Irregular Cardiovascular Function Study
    • Unusual Heart Exam Findings
    • Heart Disease Diagnosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9439: Abnormal result of other cardiovascular function study

    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

    What procedures does Dr. Nijjar perform?

    As a Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Nijjar 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. Nijjar. 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:

    • Leg Artery Unblocking with Atherectomy and Angioplasty
    • Femoral Artery Revascularization
    • Popliteal Artery Atherectomy
    • Leg Artery Angioplasty
    • Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 37225: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Artery Catheter Placement
    • Selective Arterial Catheterization
    • Vascular Catheter Placement
    • Diagnostic Artery Catheter
    • Abdominal Artery Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 36245: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; each first order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family

    Also known as:

    • Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump Insertion
    • IABP Placement
    • Percutaneous Balloon Pump
    • Heart Assist Device Placement

    CPT Codes:

    • 33967: Insertion of intra-aortic balloon assist device, percutaneous

    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. Nijjar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nijjar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 448-1041 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nijjar accept in Alexandria, LA?

    Dr. Nijjar in Alexandria, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Ascension Health

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nijjar's office located?

    Dr. Vikram Nijjar's Primary Practice

    2108 Texas Ave Ste 2061

    Alexandria, LA 71301

    (318) 448-1041

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    Dr. Vikram Nijjar's Practice 2

    1102 N Pine Rd

    Olla, LA 71465

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    Dr. Vikram Nijjar's Practice 3

    224 Pecan Park Ave Ste A

    Alexandria, LA 71303

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

    Dr. Nijjar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033298047.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nijjar?

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

    What is Dr. Vikram Nijjar's specialty?

    Dr. Nijjar is a Interventional Cardiologist near Alexandria, LA. 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. Contact Dr. Nijjar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Vikram Nijjar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nijjar is affiliated with Rapides Regional Medical Center, Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet 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 Interventional Cardiologist?

    Explore Interventional 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 Vikram Nijjar accepting new patients in Alexandria, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Vikram Nijjar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vikram Nijjar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nijjar's office at (318) 448-1041 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Vikram Nijjar?

    Please contact Dr. Nijjar's office at (318) 448-1041 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Vikram Nijjar have?

    Dr. Vikram Nijjar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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