Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Baskar, Pediatric Cardiologist in Cincinnati, OH?
Dr. Shankar Baskar, MD is a Pediatric Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Cincinnati, OH with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Baskar graduated from Sri Ramachandra Medical College And Research Institute and completed his residency at Cleveland Clinic Foundation. Dr. Baskar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baskar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baskar’s office at (859) 323-6754.
Where did Dr. Baskar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Medical School: Sri Ramachandra Medical College And Research Institute
What languages does Dr. Baskar speak?
Dr. Baskar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Cardiologist like Dr. Baskar typically treat?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Baskar 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. Baskar. 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:
- Heart Palpitations
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does a Pediatric Cardiologist like Dr. Baskar typically perform?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Baskar 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. Baskar. 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:
- 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. Baskar accept my insurance?
Dr. Baskar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 323-6754 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Baskar accept in Cincinnati, OH?
Dr. Baskar in Cincinnati, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Molina Healthcare
State of Ohio
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Baskar's office located?
What is Dr. Baskar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Baskar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487918751.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Baskar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Baskar
What is Dr. Shankar Baskar's specialty?
Dr. Baskar is a Pediatric Cardiologist near Cincinnati, OH.
What does a Pediatric Cardiologist do?
A pediatric cardiologist provides comprehensive care for children with cardiovascular issues, offering expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing heart and blood vessel conditions. This specialist is skilled in selecting, performing, and interpreting structural and functional assessments of the heart and blood vessels, as well as conducting thorough clinical evaluations of cardiovascular diseases in young patients.
Is this Dr. Shankar Baskar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Baskar is affiliated with Margaret Mary Health - Main Campus, Uc Medical Center, Kettering Health Hamilton, St. Elizabeth Florence, Kettering Health Main Campus, West Chester Hospital 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
When to see a Pediatric Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Shankar Baskar accepting new patients in Cincinnati, OH?
Yes, Dr. Shankar Baskar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shankar Baskar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Baskar's office at (859) 323-6754 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shankar Baskar?
Please contact Dr. Baskar's office at (859) 323-6754 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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