Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ansari, Interventional Cardiologist in El Centro, CA?
Dr. Athar Ansari, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in El Centro, CA. Dr. Ansari graduated from University of Nebraska College of Medicine and completed his residency at Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ansari is fluent in English, Panjabi, and Punjabi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ansari’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ansari’s office at (760) 353-3222.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ansari?
Dr. Athar Ansari, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Interventional Cardiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Ansari empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Interventional Cardiology, Peripheral Vascular Disease, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the El Centro/CA community, Dr. Ansari is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Ansari go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Internal Medicine | Cedars Sinai Med Center | Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Medical School: University of Nebraska College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ansari speak?
Dr. Ansari and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Panjabi
Punjabi
What conditions does Dr. Ansari treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Ansari 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. Ansari. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Varicose Veins
- Spider Veins
- Venous Insufficiency
- Chronic Venous Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83893: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with other complications
Also known as:
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- Other Peripheral Vascular Disease
- Other PVD
- Other Peripheral Artery Disease
- Other PAD
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7389: Other specified peripheral vascular diseases
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
What procedures does Dr. Ansari perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Ansari 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. Ansari. 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:
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Additional Non-Coronary Vessel)
- IVUS (Non-Coronary)
- Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Artery Ultrasound
- IVUS for Blood Vessels
- Non-Coronary Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Blood Vessel Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 37252: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; initial noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 37253: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; each additional noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Revascularization with Atherectomy and Angioplasty
- Tibial Artery Revascularization
- Peroneal Artery Revascularization
- Leg Artery Plaque Removal
- Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 37229: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial, peroneal artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Unblocking with Atherectomy and Angioplasty
- Femoral Artery Revascularization
- Popliteal Artery Atherectomy
- Leg Artery Angioplasty
- Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 37225: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Angioplasty
- Tibial Artery Angioplasty
- Peroneal Artery Angioplasty
- Leg Artery Revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 37228: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial, peroneal artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with transluminal angioplasty
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Angioplasty (Femoral/Popliteal)
- Femoral Artery Angioplasty
- Popliteal Artery Angioplasty
- Leg Artery Revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 37224: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal angioplasty
Does Dr. Ansari accept my insurance?
Dr. Ansari accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 353-3222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ansari accept in El Centro, CA?
Dr. Ansari in El Centro, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Imperial Health Plan (CA)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
SelectCare
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Ansari's office located?
Dr. Athar Ansari's Primary Practice
790 W Orange Ave Ste B
El Centro, CA 92243
(760) 353-3222
What is Dr. Ansari's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ansari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477612877.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ansari?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ansari
What is Dr. Athar Ansari's specialty?
Dr. Ansari is a Interventional Cardiologist near El Centro, CA. 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. Ansari to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Athar Ansari affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ansari is affiliated with Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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
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Is Athar Ansari accepting new patients in El Centro, CA?
Yes, Dr. Athar Ansari is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Athar Ansari offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ansari's office at (760) 353-3222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Athar Ansari?
Please contact Dr. Ansari's office at (760) 353-3222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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