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Dr. Prakash Harikrishnan

Winston Salem, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Harikrishnan, Cardiologist in Winston Salem, NC?

    Dr. Prakash Harikrishnan is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Winston Salem, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Harikrishnan is fluent in English, Hindi, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Harikrishnan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Harikrishnan’s office at (478) 552-3989.

    What languages does Dr. Harikrishnan speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Tamil

    What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Harikrishnan typically treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Harikrishnan 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. Harikrishnan. 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
    • 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Harikrishnan typically perform?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Prakash Harikrishnan may include:

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

    Does Dr. Harikrishnan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Harikrishnan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (478) 552-3989 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Harikrishnan accept in Winston Salem, NC?

    Dr. Harikrishnan in Winston Salem, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Care N' Care Insurance Company

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Harikrishnan's office located?

    Dr. Prakash Harikrishnan's Primary Practice

    186 Kimel Park Dr

    Winston Salem, NC 27103

    (478) 552-3989

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    Dr. Prakash Harikrishnan's Practice 2

    144 Forest Hill Rd # AND146

    Lexington, NC 27295

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    Dr. Prakash Harikrishnan's Practice 3

    3515 W Market St Ste 110

    Greensboro, NC 27403

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

    Dr. Harikrishnan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053687954.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Harikrishnan?

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

    What is Dr. Prakash Harikrishnan's specialty?

    Dr. Harikrishnan is a Cardiologist near Winston Salem, NC.

    What does a Cardiologist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Prakash Harikrishnan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Harikrishnan is affiliated with Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center, Novant Health Presbyterian 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 a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Cardiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Prakash Harikrishnan accepting new patients in Winston Salem, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Prakash Harikrishnan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Prakash Harikrishnan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Harikrishnan's office at (478) 552-3989 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Prakash Harikrishnan?

    Please contact Dr. Harikrishnan's office at (478) 552-3989 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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