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Who is Dr. Chava, Cardiologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Raghuram Chava, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Chava is fluent in English and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chava’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chava’s office at (205) 780-4330.
What languages does Dr. Chava speak?
Dr. Chava and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Telugu
What conditions does Dr. Chava treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Chava 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. Chava. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Slow Heart Rate
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R001: Bradycardia, 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
- Precordial pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
- R072: Precordial pain
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Diastolic Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction
- HFpEF
- Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5030: Unspecified diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
- Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG
- Heart Bypass Graft
- Bypass Surgery Graft
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft
Also known as:
- Other Heart and Lung Symptoms
- Heart Disease
- Lung Disease
- Cardiopulmonary symptoms
- Unusual heart and breathing signs
- Circulatory-respiratory issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0989: Other specified symptoms and signs involving the circulatory and respiratory systems
Which procedures does Dr. Chava perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Raghuram Chava may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chava's office.
Does Dr. Chava accept my insurance?
Dr. Chava accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 780-4330 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chava accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Chava in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Devoted Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
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Where is Dr. Chava's office located?
Dr. Raghuram Chava's Primary Practice
801 Princeton Ave SW Ste 707
Birmingham, AL 35211
(205) 780-4330
What is Dr. Chava's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chava's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477791390.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chava?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chava
What is Dr. Raghuram Chava's specialty?
Dr. Chava is a Cardiologist near Birmingham, AL. 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. Chava to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Raghuram Chava affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chava is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Princeton Baptist Medical Center, Walker Baptist Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Raghuram Chava accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Raghuram Chava is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Raghuram Chava offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chava's office at (205) 780-4330 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Raghuram Chava?
Please contact Dr. Chava's office at (205) 780-4330 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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