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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. 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 an 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
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Ghatnekar perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Ghatnekar performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:
- Coronary Artery Lithotripsy
- Heart artery shockwave therapy
- Intravascular lithotripsy (IVL)
- Percutaneous coronary lithotripsy
- Coronary artery calcification treatment
CPT Codes:
- 92972: Percutaneous transluminal coronary lithotripsy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement)
- TAVI
- Percutaneous Aortic Valve Replacement
- Transfemoral Aortic Valve Replacement
- Minimally Invasive Heart Valve Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33361: Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR/TAVI) with prosthetic valve; percutaneous femoral artery approach
Also known as:
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
- Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
- Under-Skin Heart Monitor
- Cardiac Event Recorder Implant
CPT Codes:
- 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming
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
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
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?
Yes, Dr. Ghatnekar is affiliated with Riverside Community Hospital, City of Hope - Duarte Cancer Center, Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center, Redlands Community 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
Where can I learn more about Interventional Cardiologist?
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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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