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Who is Dr. Ghatnekar, Interventional Cardiologist in Riverside, CA?
Dr. Nikhil Ghatnekar, DO is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Riverside, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ghatnekar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ghatnekar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ghatnekar’s office at (951) 782-3644.
What languages does Dr. Ghatnekar speak?
Dr. Ghatnekar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ghatnekar treat?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Ghatnekar 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. Ghatnekar. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Systolic 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
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- 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:
- 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Heart Test Results
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Disease
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Cardiovascular Function Study
- Unusual Heart Exam Findings
- Heart Disease Diagnosis
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9439: Abnormal result of other cardiovascular function study
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
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:
- 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:
- Unstable Angina (Sudden Chest Pain)
- Angina
- Unstable Angina
- Acute Angina
- Worsening Angina
ICD-10 Codes:
- I200: Unstable angina
Which procedures does Dr. Ghatnekar perform as a Interventional Cardiologist?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Nikhil Ghatnekar may include:
- Balloon Angioplasty / Stent
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Heart Valve Repair / Valvuloplasty
- Pacemaker Implant
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ghatnekar's office.
Does Dr. Ghatnekar accept my insurance?
Dr. Ghatnekar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (951) 782-3644 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ghatnekar accept in Riverside, CA?
Dr. Ghatnekar in Riverside, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Inland Empire
Medicare
Scan Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ghatnekar's office located?
Dr. Nikhil Ghatnekar's Primary Practice
3660 Arlington Ave
Riverside, CA 92506
(951) 782-3644
What is Dr. Ghatnekar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ghatnekar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194170290.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ghatnekar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ghatnekar
What is Dr. Nikhil Ghatnekar's specialty?
Dr. Ghatnekar is a Interventional Cardiologist near Riverside, CA. A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function. Contact Dr. Ghatnekar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nikhil Ghatnekar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ghatnekar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Riverside Community Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Nikhil Ghatnekar accepting new patients in Riverside, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nikhil Ghatnekar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nikhil Ghatnekar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ghatnekar's office at (951) 782-3644 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nikhil Ghatnekar?
Please contact Dr. Ghatnekar's office at (951) 782-3644 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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