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Dr. Ritesh Shrestha, MD
Charlotte, NC
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shrestha, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. Ritesh Shrestha, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Charlotte, NC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Shrestha is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shrestha’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shrestha’s office at (410) 554-2184.
What languages does Dr. Shrestha speak?
Dr. Shrestha and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Shrestha typically treat?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Shrestha 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. Shrestha. 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
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Assist Device
- Ventricular assist device (VAD)
- Artificial heart pump
- Cardiac support device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95811: Presence of heart assist device
What procedures does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Shrestha typically perform?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ritesh Shrestha 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. Shrestha's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shrestha accept my insurance?
Dr. Shrestha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 554-2184 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shrestha accept in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. Shrestha in Charlotte, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Oscar Health
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Where is Dr. Shrestha's office located?
Dr. Ritesh Shrestha's Primary Practice
1237 Harding Pl Ste 4100
Charlotte, NC 28204
(410) 554-2184
What is Dr. Shrestha's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shrestha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093121543.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shrestha?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shrestha
What is Dr. Ritesh Shrestha's specialty?
Dr. Shrestha is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Charlotte, NC.
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. Ritesh Shrestha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shrestha is affiliated with Atrium Health Cleveland, Atrium Health Pineville 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 Ritesh Shrestha accepting new patients in Charlotte, NC?
Yes, Dr. Ritesh Shrestha is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ritesh Shrestha offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shrestha's office at (410) 554-2184 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ritesh Shrestha?
Please contact Dr. Shrestha's office at (410) 554-2184 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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