Dr. Tishangi Kumar, MD
Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist
,Internist
,Geriatric Medicine Specialist
,Cardiologist
Pasadena, CA
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kumar, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Pasadena, CA?
Dr. Tishangi Kumar, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Pasadena, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kumar is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kumar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kumar’s office at (626) 254-0074.
What languages does Dr. Kumar speak?
Dr. Kumar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
What conditions does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Kumar typically treat?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Kumar 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. Kumar. 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:
- Chronic Combined Systolic and Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Mixed Heart Failure
- Chronic Biventricular Heart Failure
- Ongoing Systolic and Diastolic Dysfunction
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5042: Chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Kumar typically perform?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Kumar 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. Kumar. 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:
- Wireless Pulmonary Artery Pressure Sensor Implantation
- Pulmonary artery pressure monitor implant
- Heart pressure sensor placement
- PA pressure sensor implantation
- Cardiovascular monitoring device
CPT Codes:
- 33289: Transcatheter implantation of wireless pulmonary artery pressure sensor for long-term hemodynamic monitoring, including deployment and calibration of the sensor, right heart catheterization, selective pulmonary catheterization, radiological supervision and interpretation, and pulmonary artery angiography, when performed
Does Dr. Kumar accept my insurance?
Dr. Kumar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 254-0074 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kumar accept in Pasadena, CA?
Dr. Kumar in Pasadena, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
HealthRight Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kumar's office located?
Dr. Tishangi Kumar's Primary Practice
625 S Fair Oaks Ave Ste 215
Pasadena, CA 91105
(626) 254-0074
What is Dr. Kumar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kumar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396003257.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kumar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kumar
What is Dr. Tishangi Kumar's specialty?
Dr. Kumar is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Pasadena, CA.
What does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist do?
Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure.
Is this Dr. Tishangi Kumar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kumar is affiliated with Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca), Usc Arcadia Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, City Of Hope - Duarte Cancer Center, Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center, Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital 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
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Is Tishangi Kumar accepting new patients in Pasadena, CA?
Yes, Dr. Tishangi Kumar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tishangi Kumar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (626) 254-0074 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tishangi Kumar?
Please contact Dr. Kumar's office at (626) 254-0074 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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