SP
18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Prakash, Cardiologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Siddharth Prakash, MD, PHD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Prakash is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prakash’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prakash’s office at (310) 307-4850.
What languages does Dr. Prakash speak?
Dr. Prakash and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Prakash treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Prakash 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. Prakash. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Slow Heart Rate
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Which procedures does Dr. Prakash perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Siddharth Prakash 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Prakash's office.
Does Dr. Prakash accept my insurance?
Dr. Prakash accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 307-4850 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Prakash accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Prakash in Houston, 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
California Foundation for Medical Care
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Prakash's office located?
What is Dr. Prakash's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prakash's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588817340.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prakash?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prakash
What is Dr. Siddharth Prakash's specialty?
Dr. Prakash is a Cardiologist near Houston, TX. 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. Contact Dr. Prakash to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Siddharth Prakash affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Prakash is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital, HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood, Baylor St. Luke's Medical 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
Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?
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Is Siddharth Prakash accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Siddharth Prakash is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Siddharth Prakash offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Prakash's office at (310) 307-4850 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Siddharth Prakash?
Please contact Dr. Prakash's office at (310) 307-4850 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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