Dr. Pavan Atluri, MD

Allentown, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Atluri, Thoracic Surgeon in Allentown, PA?

Dr. Pavan Atluri, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Atluri is fluent in English and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Atluri’s practice accepts Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Atluri’s office.

What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Atluri?

Dr. Pavan Atluri, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Thoracic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Atluri empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cardiac Surgery-Complex, Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD), Mechanical Assist Devices, Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery, Minimally Invasive Heart Valve Surgery, Robotic Cardiac Surgery, Transplant-Heart, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Allentown, PA community, Dr. Atluri is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

Is Dr. Atluri board certified as a Thoracic Surgeon?

Yes, Dr. Pavan Atluri, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery

What languages does Dr. Atluri speak?

Dr. Atluri and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

English
Telugu

What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Atluri typically treat?

As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Atluri 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. Atluri. 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.

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:

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:

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:

Other Pre-Procedure Examination
Various pre-op checks
Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
Other pre-treatment assessments

ICD-10 Codes:

Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

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:

Atrial Fibrillation
Afib
A-fib
Irregular heart rhythm

ICD-10 Codes:

I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

Also known as:

Obstructive Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
Cardiomyopathy
HCM (Obstructive)
Thickened Heart Muscle with Obstruction

ICD-10 Codes:

I421: Obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy

What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Atluri typically perform?

As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Atluri 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. Atluri. 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.

Also known as:

TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement)
Mitral Valve Replacement with Heart-Lung Machine
TAVI
Percutaneous Aortic Valve Replacement
Transfemoral Aortic Valve Replacement
Minimally Invasive Heart Valve Surgery
Open Mitral Valve Replacement
Mitral Valve Surgery with Bypass
Surgical Mitral Valve Replacement

CPT Codes:

33361: Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR/TAVI) with prosthetic valve; percutaneous femoral artery approach
33430: Replacement, mitral valve, with cardiopulmonary bypass

Also known as:

Radical Mitral Heart Valve Reconstruction (Open Surgery)
Open Mitral Valvuloplasty
Mitral Valve Repair with Bypass
Complex Mitral Valve Reconstruction
Heart Valve Ring Repair

CPT Codes:

33427: Valvuloplasty, mitral valve, with cardiopulmonary bypass; radical reconstruction, with or without ring

Also known as:

Extensive Heart Atria Repair (Maze Procedure)
Atrial Septal Defect Repair
Heart Muscle Thickening Surgery
Maze Procedure
Atrial Ablation and Reconstruction
Complex Atrial Surgery with Bypass
ASD Repair
Secundum ASD Closure
Open Heart Surgery for ASD
Heart Defect Patch Repair
Septal Myectomy
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Surgery
Heart Ventricle Muscle Removal

CPT Codes:

33259: Operative tissue ablation and reconstruction of atria, performed at the time of other cardiac procedure(s), extensive (eg, maze procedure), with cardiopulmonary bypass (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
33641: Repair atrial septal defect, secundum, with cardiopulmonary bypass, with or without patch
33416: Ventriculomyotomy (-myectomy) for idiopathic hypertrophic subaortic stenosis (eg, asymmetric septal hypertrophy)

Also known as:

Open Aortic Valve Replacement (Prosthetic Valve)
Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement
Open Heart Aortic Valve Surgery
Prosthetic Aortic Valve Implantation

CPT Codes:

33405: Replacement, aortic valve, open, with cardiopulmonary bypass; with prosthetic valve other than homograft or stentless valve

Also known as:

Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
Heart bypass surgery
CABG surgery
Arterial bypass graft

CPT Codes:

33533: Coronary artery bypass, using arterial graft(s); single arterial graft

Does Dr. Atluri accept my insurance?

Dr. Atluri accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Atluri accept in Allentown, PA?

Dr. Atluri in Allentown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

BCBS Unspecified
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Atluri's office located?

Dr. Pavan Atluri's Primary Practice

1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd Fl 1

Allentown, PA 18103

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Cardiovas Surg Wash Sq

51 N 39th St Ste 2A

Phila, PA 19104

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Dr. Pavan Atluri's Practice 3

800 Walnut St Fl 9

Philadelphia, PA 19107

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What hospitals are Dr. Atluri affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Atluri has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania,Philadelphia, PA

Ranked in 2 Specialties

Ranked in 9 Procedures

Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center,Philadelphia, PA

Ranked in 2 Procedures

What is Dr. Atluri's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

Dr. Atluri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407913940.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Atluri?

Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Atluri

What is Dr. Pavan Atluri's specialty?

Dr. Atluri is a Thoracic Surgeon near Allentown, PA.

What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?

A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty.

Is Dr. Pavan Atluri affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Atluri is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center 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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