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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ainani, Interventional Cardiologist in Pawleys Island, SC?
Dr. Nitesh Ainani, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Pawleys Island, SC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ainani is fluent in English, Gujarati, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ainani’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ainani’s office at (402) 552-2000.
What languages does Dr. Ainani speak?
Dr. Ainani and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
Hindi
What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Ainani typically treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Ainani 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. Ainani. 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.
Also known as:
- Other Heart Disease
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Unspecified Heart Condition
- Atypical Heart Problem
- Rare Heart Condition
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5189: Other ill-defined heart diseases
- 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
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Age-Related Weakness
- Frailty in old age
- Physical decline with age
- Weakness due to aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- R54: Age-related physical debility
What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Ainani typically perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Nitesh Ainani may include:
- Balloon Angioplasty / Stent
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Heart Valve Repair / Valvuloplasty
- Pacemaker Implant
Please contact Dr. Ainani's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ainani accept my insurance?
Dr. Ainani accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (402) 552-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ainani accept in Pawleys Island, SC?
Dr. Ainani in Pawleys Island, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ainani's office located?
Dr. Nitesh Ainani's Primary Practice
9653 Ocean Hwy
Pawleys Island, SC 29585
(402) 552-2000
What is Dr. Ainani's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ainani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952718074.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ainani?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ainani
What is Dr. Nitesh Ainani's specialty?
Dr. Ainani is a Interventional Cardiologist near Pawleys Island, SC.
What does an Interventional Cardiologist do?
A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function.
Is this Dr. Nitesh Ainani affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ainani is affiliated with Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital, Musc Health University 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
When to see an Interventional Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Nitesh Ainani accepting new patients in Pawleys Island, SC?
Yes, Dr. Nitesh Ainani is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nitesh Ainani offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ainani's office at (402) 552-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nitesh Ainani?
Please contact Dr. Ainani's office at (402) 552-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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