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Who is Dr. Gupta, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Richa Gupta, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. Dr. Gupta is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gupta’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gupta’s office at (202) 877-4698.
What languages does Dr. Gupta speak?
Dr. Gupta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Gupta typically treat?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Gupta 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. Gupta. 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:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- End-Stage Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Advanced heart failure
- Terminal heart failure
- Severe heart failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5084: End stage heart failure
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac transplant
- Heart replacement surgery
- Post-heart transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z941: Heart transplant status
Also known as:
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Cardiomyopathy
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
ICD-10 Codes:
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
What procedures does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Gupta typically perform?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Gupta 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. Gupta. 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:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Gupta accept my insurance?
Dr. Gupta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 877-4698 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gupta accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Gupta in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
MedStar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gupta's office located?
What is Dr. Gupta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gupta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649541061.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gupta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gupta
What is Dr. Richa Gupta's specialty?
Dr. Gupta is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Washington, DC.
What does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist do?
Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure.
Is this Dr. Richa Gupta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gupta is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital Center, Medstar Union Memorial 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
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Is Richa Gupta accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Richa Gupta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richa Gupta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gupta's office at (202) 877-4698 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richa Gupta?
Please contact Dr. Gupta's office at (202) 877-4698 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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