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Dr. Matthew Deshazo, MD

Dr. Matthew Deshazo, MD

Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Internist, Cardiologist

Nashville, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Deshazo, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Nashville, TN?

    Dr. Matthew Deshazo, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN. He is board certified. Dr. Deshazo graduated from University of Mississippi School of Medicine. Dr. Deshazo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Deshazo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Deshazo’s office at (615) 269-4545.

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

    • Medical School: University of Mississippi School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Deshazo board certified as an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Matthew Deshazo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Deshazo speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Deshazo typically treat?

    As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Deshazo 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. Deshazo. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFrEF
    • Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Transplant Aftercare
    • Heart Transplantation
    • Post-heart transplant care
    • Heart transplant follow-up
    • Cardiac transplant recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4821: Encounter for aftercare following heart transplant

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Also known as:

    • Having a Heart Transplant
    • Heart Transplantation
    • Cardiac transplant
    • Heart replacement surgery
    • Post-heart transplant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z941: Heart transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    What procedures does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Deshazo typically perform?

    As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Matthew Deshazo may include:

    Please contact Dr. Deshazo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Deshazo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Deshazo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 269-4545 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Deshazo accept in Nashville, TN?

    Dr. Deshazo in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Deshazo's office located?

    Dr. Matthew Deshazo's Primary Practice

    4230 Harding Pike Ste 330

    Nashville, TN 37205

    (615) 269-4545

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

    Dr. Deshazo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518178441.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Deshazo?

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

    What is Dr. Matthew Deshazo's specialty?

    Dr. Deshazo is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Nashville, TN.

    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 Dr. Matthew Deshazo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Deshazo is affiliated with Williamson Health, Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West, West Tennessee Healthcare Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, Maury Regional 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 Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Matthew Deshazo accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Matthew Deshazo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Matthew Deshazo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Deshazo's office at (615) 269-4545 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Matthew Deshazo?

    Please contact Dr. Deshazo's office at (615) 269-4545 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Deshazo's office located?

    Dr. Deshazo's office is located in Nashville, TN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Matthew Deshazo have?

    Dr. Matthew Deshazo is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.