19 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ernst, Cardiologist in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Kavita Ernst, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 19 years. Dr. Ernst completed her residency at John Hopkins Hospital School Med. Dr. Ernst is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ernst’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ernst’s office at (510) 752-1000.
Where did Dr. Ernst go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: John Hopkins Hospital School Med
What languages does Dr. Ernst speak?
Dr. Ernst and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Ernst typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Ernst 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. Ernst. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Ernst typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kavita Ernst 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
Please contact Dr. Ernst's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ernst accept my insurance?
Dr. Ernst accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 752-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ernst accept in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Ernst in Oakland, CA 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
Community Health Network of Washington
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Samaritan Health Services
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ernst's office located?
Dr. Kavita Ernst's Primary Practice
275 W MacArthur Blvd
Oakland, CA 94611
(510) 752-1000
What is Dr. Ernst's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ernst's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043438179.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ernst?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ernst
What is Dr. Kavita Ernst's specialty?
Dr. Ernst is a Cardiologist near Oakland, CA.
What does a Cardiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Kavita Ernst affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ernst is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus 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 Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Cardiologist. Explore 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 Kavita Ernst accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kavita Ernst is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kavita Ernst offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ernst's office at (510) 752-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kavita Ernst?
Please contact Dr. Ernst's office at (510) 752-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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