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Dr. Vikram Palanivel, MD, PHD

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Palanivel, Cardiologist in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Vikram Palanivel, MD, PHD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Palanivel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palanivel’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palanivel’s office at (215) 316-5151.

    What languages does Dr. Palanivel speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Palanivel treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Palanivel 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. Palanivel. 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:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    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:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Arrhythmia
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    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

    Which procedures does Dr. Palanivel perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Vikram Palanivel may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Palanivel's office.

    Does Dr. Palanivel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Palanivel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 316-5151 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Palanivel accept in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Palanivel in Philadelphia, PA 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

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Palanivel's office located?

    Dr. Vikram Palanivel's Primary Practice

    3400 Civic Center Blvd Ste 2E

    Philadelphia, PA 19104

    (215) 316-5151

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    Dr. Vikram Palanivel's Practice 2

    501 S 54th St

    Philadelphia, PA 19143

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

    Dr. Palanivel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629395660.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palanivel?

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

    What is Dr. Vikram Palanivel's specialty?

    Dr. Palanivel is a Cardiologist near Philadelphia, PA. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Palanivel to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Vikram Palanivel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Palanivel is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Virtua Voorhees Hospital, Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Paoli Hospital, Shore Medical Center, Penn Medicine Princeton 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

    Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?

    Explore Cardiologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Vikram Palanivel accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Vikram Palanivel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vikram Palanivel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Palanivel's office at (215) 316-5151 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Vikram Palanivel?

    Please contact Dr. Palanivel's office at (215) 316-5151 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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