34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wangsnes, Interventional Cardiologist in Augusta, GA?
Dr. Kraig Wangsnes, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Augusta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Wangsnes graduated from Florida International University, Miami, FL and completed his residency at Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Internal Medicine; Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Wangsnes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wangsnes’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wangsnes’s office at (706) 724-8611.
Where did Dr. Wangsnes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Internal Medicine; Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Mayo Med Sch, Rochester Mn | Florida International University, Miami, FL
Is Dr. Wangsnes board certified in Interventional Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Kraig Wangsnes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Wangsnes speak?
Dr. Wangsnes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Wangsnes treat?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Wangsnes 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. Wangsnes. 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Unstable Angina
- Hardening of Heart Bypass Arteries (No Chest Pain)
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
- Unstable Chest Pain
- Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
- Blocked heart bypass grafts without angina
- Atherosclerosis in grafts
- Silent coronary artery disease in grafts
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
- I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
- I25810: Atherosclerosis of coronary artery bypass graft(s) without angina pectoris
- I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Other Abnormal Heart Test Results
- Heart Health Tests
- Heart Disease
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
- Irregular Cardiovascular Function Study
- Unusual Heart Exam Findings
- Heart Disease Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
- R9439: Abnormal result of other cardiovascular function study
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Having a Coronary Angioplasty Implant or Graft
- Angioplasty
- Coronary stent
- Heart artery graft
- Angioplasty device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z955: Presence of coronary angioplasty implant and graft
Also known as:
- Unstable Angina (Sudden Chest Pain)
- Angina
- Unstable Angina
- Acute Angina
- Worsening Angina
ICD-10 Codes:
- I200: Unstable angina
Which procedures does Dr. Wangsnes perform as a Interventional Cardiologist?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Kraig Wangsnes may include:
- Balloon Angioplasty / Stent
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Heart Valve Repair / Valvuloplasty
- Pacemaker Implant
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Wangsnes' office.
Does Dr. Wangsnes accept my insurance?
Dr. Wangsnes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 724-8611 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wangsnes accept in Augusta, GA?
Dr. Wangsnes in Augusta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Wangsnes' office located?
What is Dr. Wangsnes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wangsnes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659398394.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wangsnes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wangsnes
What is Dr. Kraig Wangsnes's specialty?
Dr. Wangsnes is a Interventional Cardiologist near Augusta, GA. 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. Contact Dr. Wangsnes to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kraig Wangsnes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wangsnes is affiliated with Piedmont Augusta Hospital 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
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Is Kraig Wangsnes accepting new patients in Augusta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Kraig Wangsnes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kraig Wangsnes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wangsnes's office at (706) 724-8611 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kraig Wangsnes?
Please contact Dr. Wangsnes's office at (706) 724-8611 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kraig Wangsnes have?
Dr. Kraig Wangsnes is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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