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Who is Dr. Panikkath, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Dr. Ragesh Panikkath, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in San Luis Obispo, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Panikkath is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Panikkath’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Panikkath’s office at (805) 549-9555.
What languages does Dr. Panikkath speak?
Dr. Panikkath and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Panikkath treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Panikkath 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. Panikkath. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Atrial Flutter
- Supraventricular Tachycardia
- Ventricular Tachycardia
- Fast Heartbeat
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Familial atrial fibrillation
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
- A-flutter
- Heart flutter
- Rapid atrial rhythm
- SVT
- Fast heart rate
- Rapid heartbeat
- VT
- V-tach
- Fast heart rhythm
- Rapid Heart Rate
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
- I4892: Unspecified atrial flutter
- I4710: Supraventricular tachycardia, unspecified
- I4720: Ventricular tachycardia, unspecified
- I483: Typical atrial flutter
- I471: Supraventricular tachycardia
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Implantable Defibrillator Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- AICD Management
- Defibrillator Adjustment
- ICD Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4502: Encounter for adjustment and management 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
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
What procedures does Dr. Panikkath perform?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Panikkath 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. Panikkath. 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:
- 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:
- 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)
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:
- 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
Does Dr. Panikkath accept my insurance?
Dr. Panikkath accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 549-9555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Panikkath accept in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Dr. Panikkath in San Luis Obispo, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Heritage Health
Humana
Other Provider Networks
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Panikkath's office located?
Dr. Ragesh Panikkath's Primary Practice
1551 Bishop St Ste 230
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
(805) 549-9555
What is Dr. Panikkath's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Panikkath's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275828113.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Panikkath?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Panikkath
What is Dr. Ragesh Panikkath's specialty?
Dr. Panikkath is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near San Luis Obispo, CA. A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments. Contact Dr. Panikkath to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ragesh Panikkath affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Panikkath is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Dignity Health - Marian Regional Medical Center, Cedars-Sinai 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
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Is Ragesh Panikkath accepting new patients in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ragesh Panikkath is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ragesh Panikkath offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Panikkath's office at (805) 549-9555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ragesh Panikkath?
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