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Who is Dr. Desikan, Interventional Cardiologist in Katy, TX?
Dr. Kamalakannan Desikan, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Katy, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Desikan is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desikan’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desikan’s office at (281) 646-9000.
Is Dr. Desikan board certified in Interventional Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Kamalakannan Desikan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Desikan speak?
Dr. Desikan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does Dr. Desikan treat?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Desikan 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. Desikan. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Leaky tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid regurgitation
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
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:
- 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:
- Elevated Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Reading
- Prehypertension
- Borderline High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Which procedures does Dr. Desikan perform as a Interventional Cardiologist?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Kamalakannan Desikan may include:
- Balloon Angioplasty / Stent
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Heart Valve Repair / Valvuloplasty
- Pacemaker Implant
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Desikan's office.
Does Dr. Desikan accept my insurance?
Dr. Desikan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 646-9000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desikan accept in Katy, TX?
Dr. Desikan in Katy, TX 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
Community Health Choice
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Desikan's office located?
Dr. Kamalakannan Desikan's Primary Practice
20710 Westheimer Pkwy
Katy, TX 77450
(281) 646-9000
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Kamalakannan Desikan?
Dr. Desikan has appointments available at his Katy, TX office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Desikan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Desikan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427251867.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Desikan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Desikan
What is Dr. Kamalakannan Desikan's specialty?
Dr. Desikan is a Interventional Cardiologist near Katy, TX. 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. Contact Dr. Desikan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kamalakannan Desikan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desikan is affiliated with Houston Methodist West Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Interventional Cardiologist?
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Is Kamalakannan Desikan accepting new patients in Katy, TX?
Yes, Dr. Kamalakannan Desikan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kamalakannan Desikan offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Desikan, or call (281) 646-9000 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Kamalakannan Desikan?
Please contact Dr. Desikan's office at (281) 646-9000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kamalakannan Desikan have?
Dr. Kamalakannan Desikan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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