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Who is Dr. Balasubramaniyam, Interventional Cardiologist in Lafayette, IN?
Dr. Nivas Balasubramaniyam, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Lafayette, IN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Balasubramaniyam is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balasubramaniyam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balasubramaniyam’s office.
What languages does Dr. Balasubramaniyam speak?
Dr. Balasubramaniyam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Balasubramaniyam typically treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Balasubramaniyam 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. Balasubramaniyam. 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:
- 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:
- Other Rheumatic Multiple Heart Valve Disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease
- Multiple Rheumatic Valve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- I088: Other rheumatic multiple valve diseases
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- 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:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Balasubramaniyam typically perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Balasubramaniyam 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. Balasubramaniyam. 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:
- CPAP Initiation and Management
- CPAP Setup
- Sleep Apnea Machine Setup
- Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 94660: Continuous positive airway pressure ventilation (CPAP), initiation and management
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Lithotripsy
- Heart artery shockwave therapy
- Intravascular lithotripsy (IVL)
- Percutaneous coronary lithotripsy
- Coronary artery calcification treatment
CPT Codes:
- 92972: Percutaneous transluminal coronary lithotripsy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Balasubramaniyam accept my insurance?
Dr. Balasubramaniyam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balasubramaniyam accept in Lafayette, IN?
Dr. Balasubramaniyam in Lafayette, IN 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 Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Balasubramaniyam's office located?
What is Dr. Balasubramaniyam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balasubramaniyam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306179643.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balasubramaniyam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balasubramaniyam
What is Dr. Nivas Balasubramaniyam's specialty?
Dr. Balasubramaniyam is a Interventional Cardiologist near Lafayette, IN.
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. Nivas Balasubramaniyam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Balasubramaniyam is affiliated with Iu Health Arnett Hospital, Iu Health Methodist Hospital, Franciscan Health Lafayette East 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 Nivas Balasubramaniyam accepting new patients in Lafayette, IN?
Yes, Dr. Nivas Balasubramaniyam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nivas Balasubramaniyam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balasubramaniyam's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nivas Balasubramaniyam?
Please contact Dr. Balasubramaniyam's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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