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Dr. Nikhil Ghatnekar, DO

Interventional Cardiologist, Internist, Cardiologist

Riverside, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ghatnekar, Interventional Cardiologist in Riverside, CA?

    Dr. Nikhil Ghatnekar, DO is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Riverside, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ghatnekar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ghatnekar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Ghatnekar typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    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

    What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Ghatnekar typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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 Healthcare

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • HealthRight Group

    • Inland Empire

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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

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    Dr. Nikhil Ghatnekar's Practice 2

    11234 Anderson St # 1503

    Loma Linda, CA 92350

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    What is Dr. Ghatnekar's NPI number?A 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 an Interventional Cardiologist near Riverside, CA.

    What does an Interventional Cardiologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Nikhil Ghatnekar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ghatnekar is affiliated with Riverside Community Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana 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

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    Is Dr. 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 Dr. Nikhil Ghatnekar?

    Please contact Dr. Ghatnekar's office at (951) 782-3644 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ghatnekar's office located?

    Dr. Ghatnekar's offices are located in Riverside, CA and Loma Linda, CA.