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Who is Dr. Racharla, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Lekha Racharla, DO is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Racharla is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Racharla’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Racharla’s office at (610) 402-3110.
What languages does Dr. Racharla speak?
Dr. Racharla and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Racharla treat?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Racharla 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. Racharla. 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:
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
- Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy
- Obstructive Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- Familial dilated cardiomyopathy
- X-linked dilated cardiomyopathy
- HCM
- Thickened Heart Muscle
- Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
- Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
- Enlarged heart muscle
- DCM
- HCM (Obstructive)
- Thickened Heart Muscle with Obstruction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I422: Other hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
- I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
- I420: Dilated cardiomyopathy
- I421: Obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs
- Lung Hypertension
- High Lung Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
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 Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Which procedures does Dr. Racharla perform as an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Lekha Racharla 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. Racharla's office.
Does Dr. Racharla accept my insurance?
Dr. Racharla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 402-3110 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Racharla accept in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Racharla in Allentown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital BlueCross
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Inc.
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
State of Tennessee
Tour Med travel insurance
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Racharla's office located?
Dr. Lekha Racharla's Primary Practice
1250 S Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 300
Allentown, PA 18103
(610) 402-3110
What is Dr. Racharla's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Racharla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770010555.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Racharla?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Racharla
What is Dr. Lekha Racharla's specialty?
Dr. Racharla is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Allentown, PA. 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. Racharla to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lekha Racharla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Racharla is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Schuylkill S. Jackson Street, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton, Pottstown Hospital, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center 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 Lekha Racharla accepting new patients in Allentown, PA?
Yes, Dr. Lekha Racharla is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lekha Racharla offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Racharla's office at (610) 402-3110 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lekha Racharla?
Please contact Dr. Racharla's office at (610) 402-3110 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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