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Dr. Gayathri Iyer, MD

Dr. Gayathri Iyer, MD

Sterling Heights, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Iyer, Cardiologist in Sterling Heights, MI?

    Dr. Gayathri Iyer, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Sterling Heights, MI with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Iyer completed her residency at Wayne State University School of Medicine. Dr. Iyer is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Iyer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Iyer’s office at (586) 977-9300.

    Where did Dr. Iyer go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Wayne State University School of Medicine

    • Residency: Wayne State University School of Medicine

    • Medical School: Kilpauk Medical College (Medical Education)

    Is Dr. Iyer board certified in Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Gayathri Iyer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Iyer speak?

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

    • English

    • Tamil

    What conditions does Dr. Iyer treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Iyer 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. Iyer. 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:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Slow Heart Rate
    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Bradycardia
    • Slow Pulse
    • Low Heart Rate
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart
    • Cardiac Dysrhythmia
    • Irregular Heartbeat
    • Heart Rhythm Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Congestive heart failure
    • Cardiac insufficiency
    • Weak heart
    • Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFpEF
    • Ongoing Filling Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I501: Left ventricular failure, unspecified
    • I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Precordial pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R072: Precordial pain
    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Aortic Valve Disorder
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Problems
    • Aortic Valve Conditions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I358: Other nonrheumatic aortic valve disorders

    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:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Atrial Fibrillation
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Persistent AFib
    • Long-term AFib
    • Ongoing Atrial Fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4820: Chronic atrial fibrillation, unspecified

    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

    Also known as:

    • Other Brain Blood Vessel Disease
    • Brain Disease
    • Cerebrovascular Disorder
    • Brain Circulation Problem
    • Brain Vascular Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6789: Other cerebrovascular disease

    Which procedures does Dr. Iyer perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Gayathri Iyer may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Iyer's office.

    Does Dr. Iyer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Iyer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (586) 977-9300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Iyer accept in Sterling Heights, MI?

    Dr. Iyer in Sterling Heights, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Molina

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    Where is Dr. Iyer's office located?

    Dr. Gayathri Iyer's Primary Practice

    3500 15 Mile Rd

    Sterling Heights, MI 48310

    (586) 977-9300

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    Dr. Gayathri Iyer's Practice 2

    6777 W Maple Rd

    W Bloomfield, MI 48322

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    Dr. Gayathri Iyer's Practice 3

    2799 W Grand Blvd

    Detroit, MI 48202

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

    Dr. Iyer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003984543.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Iyer?

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

    What is Dr. Gayathri Iyer's specialty?

    Dr. Iyer is a Cardiologist near Sterling Heights, MI. 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. Iyer to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Gayathri Iyer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Iyer is affiliated with Henry Ford Hospital, Henry Ford Macomb 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

    Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?

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    Is Gayathri Iyer accepting new patients in Sterling Heights, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Gayathri Iyer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gayathri Iyer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Iyer's office at (586) 977-9300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gayathri Iyer?

    Please contact Dr. Iyer's office at (586) 977-9300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gayathri Iyer have?

    Dr. Gayathri Iyer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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