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Dr. Christopher Vanichsarn, MD
Escondido, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vanichsarn, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Escondido, CA?
Dr. Christopher Vanichsarn, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Escondido, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Vanichsarn graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University and completed his residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Dr. Vanichsarn is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vanichsarn’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vanichsarn’s office at (760) 743-0546.
Where did Dr. Vanichsarn go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University
What languages does Dr. Vanichsarn speak?
Dr. Vanichsarn and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Vanichsarn treat?
As a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Vanichsarn 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. Vanichsarn. 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.
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs
- Lung Hypertension
- High Lung Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Vanichsarn perform as a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
As a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Christopher Vanichsarn 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Vanichsarn's office.
Does Dr. Vanichsarn accept my insurance?
Dr. Vanichsarn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 743-0546 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vanichsarn accept in Escondido, CA?
Dr. Vanichsarn in Escondido, CA 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 Shield of California
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp Health Plan
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Vanichsarn's office located?
Dr. Christopher Vanichsarn's Primary Practice
1955 Citracado Pkwy Ste 300
Escondido, CA 92029
(760) 743-0546
What is Dr. Vanichsarn's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vanichsarn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851658173.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vanichsarn?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vanichsarn
What is Dr. Christopher Vanichsarn's specialty?
Dr. Vanichsarn is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Escondido, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Vanichsarn to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Vanichsarn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vanichsarn is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Palomar Medical Center Poway 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
Where can I learn more about Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
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Is Christopher Vanichsarn accepting new patients in Escondido, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Vanichsarn is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Vanichsarn offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vanichsarn's office at (760) 743-0546 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Vanichsarn?
Please contact Dr. Vanichsarn's office at (760) 743-0546 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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