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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bhalla, Interventional Cardiologist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Vikas Bhalla, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Bhalla is fluent in English and Panjabi; Punjabi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bhalla’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bhalla’s office at (830) 320-4955.
Is Dr. Bhalla board certified as an Interventional Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Vikas Bhalla, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bhalla speak?
Dr. Bhalla and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Panjabi; Punjabi
What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Bhalla typically treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Bhalla 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. Bhalla. 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 here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- 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:
- Having a Coronary Angioplasty Implant or Graft
- Angioplasty
- Coronary stent
- Heart artery graft
- Angioplasty device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z955: Presence of coronary angioplasty implant and graft
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. Bhalla typically perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Bhalla 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. Bhalla. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
- Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
- Under-Skin Heart Monitor
- Cardiac Event Recorder Implant
CPT Codes:
- 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming
Does Dr. Bhalla accept my insurance?
Dr. Bhalla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (830) 320-4955 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bhalla accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Bhalla 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Oscar Health
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bhalla's office located?
What is Dr. Bhalla's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bhalla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467609446.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bhalla?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bhalla
What is Dr. Vikas Bhalla's specialty?
Dr. Bhalla is a Interventional Cardiologist near San Antonio, TX.
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. Vikas Bhalla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bhalla is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
When to see an Interventional Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Vikas Bhalla accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Vikas Bhalla is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vikas Bhalla offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bhalla's office at (830) 320-4955 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vikas Bhalla?
Please contact Dr. Bhalla's office at (830) 320-4955 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vikas Bhalla have?
Dr. Vikas Bhalla is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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