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Who is Dr. Kherada, Interventional Cardiologist in Hollywood, FL?
Dr. Nisharahmed Kherada, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Hollywood, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kherada is fluent in English and Afrikaans, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kherada’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kherada’s office at (954) 963-2151.
What languages does Dr. Kherada speak?
Dr. Kherada and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Afrikaans
English
What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Kherada typically treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Kherada 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. Kherada. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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
What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Kherada typically perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Kherada 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. Kherada. 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:
- Radiofrequency Vein Ablation
- Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation
- RF Ablation for Varicose Veins
- Vein Closure Procedure
- Varicose Vein Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36475: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, radiofrequency; first vein treated
Also known as:
- Targeted Catheter Placement in an Artery
- Selective Vein Catheter Placement
- Selective Arterial Catheterization
- Brachiocephalic Catheter Placement
- Thoracic Artery Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Insertion
- Venous Catheterization
- Jugular Vein Catheter
- Renal Vein Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36217: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective thoracic or brachiocephalic branch, within a vascular family
- 36011: Selective catheter placement, venous system; first order branch (eg, renal vein, jugular vein)
Also known as:
- Foam Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
- Varicose vein foam injection
- Ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy
- Saphenous vein treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36465: Injection of non-compounded foam sclerosant with ultrasound compression maneuvers to guide dispersion of the injectate, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring; single incompetent extremity truncal vein (eg, great saphenous vein, accessory saphenous vein)
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
Also known as:
- TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement)
- TAVI
- Percutaneous Aortic Valve Replacement
- Transfemoral Aortic Valve Replacement
- Minimally Invasive Heart Valve Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33361: Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR/TAVI) with prosthetic valve; percutaneous femoral artery approach
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. Kherada accept my insurance?
Dr. Kherada accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 963-2151 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kherada accept in Hollywood, FL?
Dr. Kherada in Hollywood, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kherada's office located?
Dr. Nisharahmed Kherada also offers virtual visits
Dr. Nisharahmed Kherada's Primary Practice
3700 Washington St Ste 500A
Hollywood, FL 33021
(954) 963-2151
What is Dr. Kherada's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kherada's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235373143.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kherada?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kherada
What is Dr. Nisharahmed Kherada's specialty?
Dr. Kherada is a Interventional Cardiologist near Hollywood, FL.
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. Nisharahmed Kherada affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kherada is affiliated with Memorial Regional Hospital, Memorial Hospital West, Memorial Hospital Miramar, Hca Florida Westside Hospital, Baptist Hospital Of Miami 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 an Interventional Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Nisharahmed Kherada accepting new patients in Hollywood, FL?
Yes, Dr. Nisharahmed Kherada is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nisharahmed Kherada offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kherada's office at (954) 963-2151 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nisharahmed Kherada?
Please contact Dr. Kherada's office at (954) 963-2151 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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