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Dr. Luis Hernandez Mejia, MD
Rapid City, SD
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hernandez Mejia, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Rapid City, SD?
Dr. Luis Hernandez Mejia, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Rapid City, SD with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Hernandez Mejia is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hernandez Mejia’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hernandez Mejia’s office at (605) 755-1000.
What languages does Dr. Hernandez Mejia speak?
Dr. Hernandez Mejia 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. Hernandez Mejia typically treat?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Hernandez Mejia 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. Hernandez Mejia. 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
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
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
What procedures does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Hernandez Mejia typically perform?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Luis Hernandez Mejia 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. Hernandez Mejia's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hernandez Mejia accept my insurance?
Dr. Hernandez Mejia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (605) 755-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hernandez Mejia accept in Rapid City, SD?
Dr. Hernandez Mejia in Rapid City, SD 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 Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
Centene Corporation
Medica Group
Medicare
Oscar Health
Sanford Health
State of Wyoming
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Hernandez Mejia's office located?
Dr. Luis Hernandez Mejia's Primary Practice
353 Fairmont Blvd
Rapid City, SD 57701
(605) 755-1000
What is Dr. Hernandez Mejia's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hernandez Mejia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750766317.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hernandez Mejia?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hernandez Mejia
What is Dr. Luis Hernandez Mejia's specialty?
Dr. Hernandez Mejia is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Rapid City, SD.
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. Luis Hernandez Mejia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hernandez Mejia is affiliated with Monument Health Spearfish Hospital, Avera Heart 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 Luis Hernandez Mejia accepting new patients in Rapid City, SD?
Yes, Dr. Luis Hernandez Mejia is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Luis Hernandez Mejia offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hernandez Mejia's office at (605) 755-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Luis Hernandez Mejia?
Please contact Dr. Hernandez Mejia's office at (605) 755-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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