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Dr. Ram Belbase, MD

Interventional Cardiologist, Internist, Cardiologist

Gastonia, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Belbase, Interventional Cardiologist in Gastonia, NC?

    Dr. Ram Belbase, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Gastonia, NC. He is board certified. Dr. Belbase is fluent in English, Hindi, and Nepali, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Belbase’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Belbase’s office at (402) 489-6555.

    Is Dr. Belbase board certified as an Interventional Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Ram Belbase, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Belbase speak?

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

    • English
    • Hindi
    • Nepali

    What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Belbase typically treat?

    As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Belbase 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. Belbase. 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:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations

    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. Belbase typically perform?

    As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Belbase 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. Belbase. 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:

    • Artery Needle or Catheter Insertion
    • Arterial Line Placement
    • Arterial Puncture
    • Artery Catheterization
    • Peripheral Arterial Access

    CPT Codes:

    • 36140: Introduction of needle or intracatheter, upper or lower extremity artery

    Also known as:

    • Heart Artery Shockwave Treatment
    • Coronary lithotripsy
    • Intravascular lithotripsy (IVL)
    • Heart artery calcification treatment
    • Percutaneous coronary lithotripsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 0715T: Percutaneous transluminal coronary lithotripsy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Belbase accept my insurance?

    Dr. Belbase accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (402) 489-6555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Belbase accept in Gastonia, NC?

    Dr. Belbase in Gastonia, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Physicians Mutual Insurance Company

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Belbase's office located?

    Dr. Ram Belbase's Primary Practice

    2555 Court Dr Ste 200

    Gastonia, NC 28054

    (402) 489-6555

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

    Dr. Belbase's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750539169.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Belbase?

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

    What is Dr. Ram Belbase's specialty?

    Dr. Belbase is an Interventional Cardiologist near Gastonia, NC.

    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 Dr. Ram Belbase affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Belbase is affiliated with Caromont Regional Medical Center 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Interventional Cardiologist. Explore 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 Dr. Ram Belbase accepting new patients in Gastonia, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Ram Belbase is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ram Belbase offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Belbase's office at (402) 489-6555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ram Belbase?

    Please contact Dr. Belbase's office at (402) 489-6555 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Belbase's office located?

    Dr. Belbase's office is located in Gastonia, NC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ram Belbase have?

    Dr. Ram Belbase is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.