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Who is Dr. Bassi, Cardiologist in Newport Beach, CA?
Dr. Nikhil Bassi, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Newport Beach, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Bassi graduated from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Chicago Program. Dr. Bassi is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bassi’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bassi’s office at (949) 548-6634.
Where did Dr. Bassi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Chicago Program
Medical School: Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bassi speak?
Dr. Bassi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Bassi treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Bassi 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. Bassi. 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:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Atrial Flutter
- Arrhythmia
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
- A-flutter
- Heart flutter
- Rapid atrial rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I4892: Unspecified atrial flutter
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Precordial pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R072: Precordial pain
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:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
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
Which procedures does Dr. Bassi perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nikhil Bassi may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bassi's office.
Does Dr. Bassi accept my insurance?
Dr. Bassi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 548-6634 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bassi accept in Newport Beach, CA?
Dr. Bassi in Newport Beach, 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
Blue Shield of California
CalOptima
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
Medicare
Scan Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bassi's office located?
Dr. Nikhil Bassi's Primary Practice
520 Superior Ave Ste 325
Newport Beach, CA 92663
(949) 548-6634
What is Dr. Bassi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bassi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679911457.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bassi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bassi
What is Dr. Nikhil Bassi's specialty?
Dr. Bassi is a Cardiologist near Newport Beach, CA. 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. Bassi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nikhil Bassi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bassi is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach 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 Nikhil Bassi accepting new patients in Newport Beach, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nikhil Bassi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nikhil Bassi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bassi's office at (949) 548-6634 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nikhil Bassi?
Please contact Dr. Bassi's office at (949) 548-6634 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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