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Who is Dr. Naidu, Pediatric Cardiologist in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Durga Naidu, MD is a Pediatric Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Lafayette, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Naidu graduated from Guntur Medical College. Dr. Naidu is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Naidu’s office.
Where did Dr. Naidu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Guntur Medical College
What languages does Dr. Naidu speak?
Dr. Naidu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Telugu
What conditions does a Pediatric Cardiologist like Dr. Naidu typically treat?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Naidu 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. Naidu. 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:
- Benign Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Innocent heart murmur
- Harmless heart murmur
- Physiological heart murmur
ICD-10 Codes:
- R010: Benign and innocent cardiac murmurs
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus
- Congenital Heart Defects
- PDA
- Open Ductus Arteriosus
- Heart Connection Problem in Newborns
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q250: Patent ductus arteriosus
Also known as:
- History of Corrected Heart and Circulatory System Birth Defects
- Birth Defects
- Heart Disease
- Past heart malformations
- Previous corrected congenital heart problems
- History of circulatory system birth anomalies
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8774: Personal history of (corrected) congenital malformations of heart and circulatory system
Also known as:
- Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome
- Arrhythmia
- POTS
- Orthostatic intolerance
- Postural tachycardia syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- G90A: Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome [POTS]
What procedures does a Pediatric Cardiologist like Dr. Naidu typically perform?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Durga Naidu 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
Please contact Dr. Naidu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Naidu accept my insurance?
Dr. Naidu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Naidu accept in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Naidu in Lafayette, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Independence Health Group
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Naidu's office located?
Dr. Durga Naidu's Primary Practice
4630 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy Ste 404
Lafayette, LA 70508
What is Dr. Naidu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Naidu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174835631.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Naidu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Naidu
What is Dr. Durga Naidu's specialty?
Dr. Naidu is a Pediatric Cardiologist near Lafayette, LA.
What does a Pediatric Cardiologist do?
A pediatric cardiologist provides comprehensive care for children with cardiovascular issues, offering expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing heart and blood vessel conditions. This specialist is skilled in selecting, performing, and interpreting structural and functional assessments of the heart and blood vessels, as well as conducting thorough clinical evaluations of cardiovascular diseases in young patients.
Is this Dr. Durga Naidu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Naidu is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Abbeville General Hospital, Ochsner Acadia General Hospital, Ochsner American Legion Hospital, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans 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 a Pediatric Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Durga Naidu accepting new patients in Lafayette, LA?
Yes, Dr. Durga Naidu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Durga Naidu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Naidu's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Durga Naidu?
Please contact Dr. Naidu's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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