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Dr. Vikram Rajan, MD

Santa Monica, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rajan, Cardiologist in Santa Monica, CA?

    Dr. Vikram Rajan, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Rajan completed his residency at Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Rajan is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rajan’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rajan’s office at (310) 315-0101.

    Where did Dr. Rajan go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny

    Is Dr. Rajan board certified as a Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Vikram Rajan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Rajan speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Rajan treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Rajan 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. Rajan. 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:

    • Other Heart Device Management
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Implantable Defibrillator Management
    • Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Device Care
    • Other Implanted Heart Device Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4509: Encounter for adjustment and management of other cardiac device

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    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:

    • Arrhythmia
    • Irregular heartbeat
    • Heart rhythm disorder
    • Cardiac dysrhythmia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pacemaker Battery Check
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Pacemaker Pulse Generator Check
    • Pacemaker Battery Testing
    • Cardiac Pacing Device Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z45010: Encounter for checking and testing of cardiac pacemaker pulse generator [battery]

    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

    What procedures does Dr. Rajan perform?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Rajan 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. Rajan. 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:

    • Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
    • Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
    • Under-Skin Heart Monitor
    • Cardiac Event Recorder Implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming

    Also known as:

    • Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
    • Permanent Pacemaker Placement
    • Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
    • Heart Rhythm Device Implantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular

    Also known as:

    • Left Atrial Appendage Closure
    • LAA Closure
    • Watchman Procedure
    • Heart Appendage Sealing
    • Stroke Prevention Device Implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 33340: Percutaneous transcatheter closure of the left atrial appendage with endocardial implant, including fluoroscopy, transseptal puncture, catheter placement(s), left atrial angiography, left atrial appendage angiography, when performed, and radiological supervision and interpretation

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Implantable Heart Monitor
    • Subcutaneous Cardiac Monitor Removal
    • Loop Recorder Removal
    • Implantable Loop Recorder Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 33286: Removal, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor

    Also known as:

    • Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
    • Pacemaker Generator Exchange
    • Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
    • Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
    • Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system

    Also known as:

    • Implantable Defibrillator Placement
    • ICD insertion
    • Permanent defibrillator implant
    • Heart defibrillator replacement
    • Transvenous defibrillator system

    CPT Codes:

    • 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber

    Also known as:

    • Defibrillator Generator Replacement
    • ICD Generator Change
    • Implantable Defibrillator Battery Change
    • Defibrillator Device Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 33264: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; multiple lead system

    Also known as:

    • Left Ventricle Pacing Lead Insertion
    • Cardiac Pacing Electrode Placement
    • LV Lead Insertion
    • Pacemaker Upgrade Lead

    CPT Codes:

    • 33225: Insertion of pacing electrode, cardiac venous system, for left ventricular pacing, at time of insertion of implantable defibrillator or pacemaker pulse generator (eg, for upgrade to dual chamber system) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Rajan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rajan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 315-0101 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rajan accept in Santa Monica, CA?

    Dr. Rajan in Santa Monica, 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

    • Cigna

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Rajan's office located?

    Dr. Vikram Rajan's Primary Practice

    1301 20th St Ste 590

    Santa Monica, CA 90404

    (310) 315-0101

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    Dr. Vikram Rajan's Practice 2

    8635 W 3rd St Ste 355W

    Los Angeles, CA 90048

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    Dr. Vikram Rajan's Practice 3

    99 N La Cienega Blvd Ste 103

    Beverly Hills, CA 90211

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

    Dr. Rajan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619186194.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rajan?

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

    What is Dr. Vikram Rajan's specialty?

    Dr. Rajan is a Cardiologist near Santa Monica, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Rajan to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Vikram Rajan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rajan is affiliated with Providence Saint John's Health Center, Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, Adventist Health and Rideout, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, CHRISTUS St. Vincent Regional Medical Center, PIH Health Whittier 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 Vikram Rajan accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Vikram Rajan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vikram Rajan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rajan's office at (310) 315-0101 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Vikram Rajan?

    Please contact Dr. Rajan's office at (310) 315-0101 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Vikram Rajan have?

    Dr. Vikram Rajan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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