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Dr. Nicholas Dreger, MD

Loma Linda, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dreger, Pediatric Cardiologist in Loma Linda, CA?

    Dr. Nicholas Dreger, MD is a Pediatric Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Loma Linda, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Dreger is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dreger’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dreger’s office at (405) 271-5530.

    What languages does Dr. Dreger speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Dreger treat?

    As a Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Dreger 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. Dreger. 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:

    • Fetal Abnormality
    • Birth Defects
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Congenital Anomaly
    • Fetal Malformation
    • Developmental Abnormality
    • Birth Defect

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O358XX1: Maternal care for other (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, fetus 1

    Also known as:

    • Ventricular Septal Defect
    • Patent Ductus Arteriosus
    • Unspecified Congenital Heart Defect
    • Patent Foramen Ovale
    • Hole in the Heart (Atrial Septal Defect)
    • Leaky Aortic Valve at Birth
    • Congenital Heart Defects
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • VSD
    • Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
    • Congenital Heart Anomaly
    • PDA
    • Open Ductus Arteriosus
    • Heart Connection Problem in Newborns
    • Heart Birth Defect
    • Heart Malformation at Birth
    • PFO
    • Open Foramen Ovale
    • Hole in Heart (PFO)
    • ASD
    • Atrial Septal Defect
    • Hole between Upper Heart Chambers
    • Congenital Aortic Regurgitation
    • Aortic Valve Insufficiency
    • Aortic Valve Leak

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q210: Ventricular septal defect
    • Q250: Patent ductus arteriosus
    • Q249: Congenital malformation of heart, unspecified
    • Q2112: Patent foramen ovale
    • Q2110: Atrial septal defect, unspecified
    • Q231: Congenital insufficiency of aortic valve

    Also known as:

    • Heart Murmur
    • Congenital Heart Defects
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Cardiac murmur
    • Abnormal heart sound
    • Heart sound abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart
    • Irregular heartbeat
    • Heart rhythm disorder
    • Cardiac dysrhythmia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations
    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
    • I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Benign Heart Murmur
    • Congenital Heart Defects
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Innocent heart murmur
    • Harmless heart murmur
    • Physiological heart murmur

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R010: Benign and innocent cardiac murmurs

    Also known as:

    • Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Muscle Disease
    • Enlarged Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified

    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:

    • Fetal Cardiac Anomalies
    • Fetal Heart Defects
    • Congenital Heart Disease in Fetus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O35BXX1: Maternal care for other (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, fetal cardiac anomalies, fetus 1

    Also known as:

    • Coronary Artery Aneurysm
    • Aneurysms
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Heart Artery Bulge
    • Coronary Aneurysm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2541: Coronary artery aneurysm

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Heart Transplant Aftercare
    • Heart Transplantation
    • Post-heart transplant care
    • Heart transplant follow-up
    • Cardiac transplant recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4821: Encounter for aftercare following heart transplant

    Which procedures does Dr. Dreger perform as a Pediatric Cardiologist?

    As a Pediatric Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nicholas Dreger may include:

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

    Does Dr. Dreger accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dreger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (405) 271-5530 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dreger accept in Loma Linda, CA?

    Dr. Dreger in Loma Linda, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • All Other Third Party

    • AlphaCare

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Inland Empire

    • Inland Faculty Medical Group, Inc

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

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    Where is Dr. Dreger's office located?

    Dr. Nicholas Dreger's Primary Practice

    11234 Anderson St

    Loma Linda, CA 92350

    (405) 271-5530

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    Dr. Nicholas Dreger's Practice 2

    8001 Frost St

    San Diego, CA 92123

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    Dr. Nicholas Dreger's Practice 3

    1200 Everett Dr # 2350

    Oklahoma City, OK 73104

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

    Dr. Dreger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174902548.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dreger?

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

    What is Dr. Nicholas Dreger's specialty?

    Dr. Dreger is a Pediatric Cardiologist near Loma Linda, CA. A pediatric cardiologist provides comprehensive care for children with cardiovascular issues, offering expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing heart and blood vessel conditions. This specialist is skilled in selecting, performing, and interpreting structural and functional assessments of the heart and blood vessels, as well as conducting thorough clinical evaluations of cardiovascular diseases in young patients. Contact Dr. Dreger to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Nicholas Dreger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dreger is affiliated with Riverside University Health System Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Pediatric Cardiologist?

    Explore Pediatric 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 Nicholas Dreger accepting new patients in Loma Linda, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Nicholas Dreger is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nicholas Dreger offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dreger's office at (405) 271-5530 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Dreger?

    Please contact Dr. Dreger's office at (405) 271-5530 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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