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Dr. Nitin Kulkarni, MD

Fort Worth, TX

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kulkarni, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Fort Worth, TX?

    Dr. Nitin Kulkarni, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Fort Worth, TX. Dr. Kulkarni is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kulkarni’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kulkarni’s office at (817) 252-5000.

    What languages does Dr. Kulkarni speak?

    Dr. Kulkarni and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Kulkarni typically treat?

    As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Kulkarni 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. Kulkarni. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Other Pacemaker Part Management
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Pacemaker Lead Adjustment
    • Pacemaker Component Care
    • Cardiac Pacing Device Adjustment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z45018: Encounter for adjustment and management of other part of cardiac pacemaker

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Sick Sinus Syndrome
    • Complete Heart Block
    • Arrhythmia
    • Sick sinus syndrome
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Sinus Node Dysfunction
    • Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
    • SSS
    • Complete AV Block
    • Third-Degree Heart Block

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I495: Sick sinus syndrome
    • I442: Atrioventricular block, complete

    Also known as:

    • Implantable Defibrillator Management
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • AICD Management
    • Defibrillator Adjustment
    • ICD Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4502: Encounter for adjustment and management of automatic implantable cardiac defibrillator

    Also known as:

    • Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • ICD implant
    • Automatic defibrillator
    • Implanted heart shock device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator

    Also known as:

    • Other Heart Device Management
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Implantable Defibrillator Management
    • Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Device Care
    • Other Implanted Heart Device Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4509: Encounter for adjustment and management of other cardiac device

    What procedures does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Kulkarni typically perform?

    As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Kulkarni 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. Kulkarni. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
    • Permanent Pacemaker Placement
    • Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
    • Heart Rhythm Device Implantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular

    Also known as:

    • Implantable Defibrillator Placement
    • ICD insertion
    • Permanent defibrillator implant
    • Heart defibrillator replacement
    • Transvenous defibrillator system

    CPT Codes:

    • 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber

    Also known as:

    • Left Ventricle Pacing Lead Insertion
    • Cardiac Pacing Electrode Placement
    • LV Lead Insertion
    • Pacemaker Upgrade Lead

    CPT Codes:

    • 33225: Insertion of pacing electrode, cardiac venous system, for left ventricular pacing, at time of insertion of implantable defibrillator or pacemaker pulse generator (eg, for upgrade to dual chamber system) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
    • Pacemaker Generator Exchange
    • Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
    • Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
    • Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system

    Also known as:

    • Defibrillator Generator Replacement
    • ICD Generator Change
    • Implantable Defibrillator Battery Change
    • Defibrillator Device Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 33264: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; multiple lead system

    Also known as:

    • Ventricular Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
    • Permanent Pacemaker Implantation
    • Transvenous Pacemaker Placement
    • Heart Pacemaker Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 33207: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); ventricular

    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

    Also known as:

    • Inhalation Breathing Treatment
    • Nebulizer Treatment
    • Aerosol Treatment
    • IPPB Treatment
    • Airway Obstruction Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device

    Does Dr. Kulkarni accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kulkarni accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (817) 252-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kulkarni accept in Fort Worth, TX?

    Dr. Kulkarni in Fort Worth, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kulkarni's office located?

    Dr. Nitin Kulkarni's Primary Practice

    1300 W Terrell Ave Ste 500

    Fort Worth, TX 76104

    (817) 252-5000

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    What is Dr. Kulkarni's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Kulkarni's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770807612.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kulkarni?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kulkarni

    What is Dr. Nitin Kulkarni's specialty?

    Dr. Kulkarni is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Fort Worth, TX.

    What does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist do?

    A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments.

    Is this Dr. Nitin Kulkarni affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kulkarni is affiliated with Texas Health Southwest Fort Worth, William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, Medical City Decatur, Usmd Hospital At Arlington, Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital - Fort Worth 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

    When to see a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Nitin Kulkarni accepting new patients in Fort Worth, TX?

    No, Dr. Nitin Kulkarni is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nitin Kulkarni offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kulkarni's office at (817) 252-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nitin Kulkarni?

    Please contact Dr. Kulkarni's office at (817) 252-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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