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Dr. Luis Hernandez Mejia, MD

Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Internist, Cardiologist

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.

    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:

    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

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota

    • Centene Corporation

    • Indian Health Services

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Sanford Health

    • State of Wyoming

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • 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

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    Dr. Luis Hernandez Mejia's Practice 2

    825 Centennial Dr

    Chadron, NE 69337

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    What hospitals are Dr. Hernandez Mejia affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Hernandez Mejia has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Monument Health Neurology And Rehabilitation,Rapid City, SD
    Monument Health Rapid City Hospital,Rapid City, SD
    Monument Health Sturgis Hospital,Sturgis, SD
    Monument Health Rapid City Clinic, Flormann Street,Rapid City, SD

    What is Dr. Hernandez Mejia's NPI number?A 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 an 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 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 Dr. 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 Dr. Luis Hernandez Mejia?

    Please contact Dr. Hernandez Mejia's office at (605) 755-1000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hernandez Mejia's office located?

    Dr. Hernandez Mejia's offices are located in Rapid City, SD and Chadron, NE.