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Who is Dr. Sivanesan, Cardiologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Kaartiga Sivanesan, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sivanesan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sivanesan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sivanesan’s office at (650) 596-4110.
What languages does Dr. Sivanesan speak?
Dr. Sivanesan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Sivanesan typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Sivanesan 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. Sivanesan. 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:
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Fast Heartbeat
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I4891: Unspecified 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]
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Sivanesan typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kaartiga Sivanesan 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
Please contact Dr. Sivanesan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sivanesan accept my insurance?
Dr. Sivanesan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 596-4110 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sivanesan accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Sivanesan in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Sivanesan's office located?
Dr. Kaartiga Sivanesan's Primary Practice
795 El Camino Real
Palo Alto, CA 94301
(650) 596-4110
What is Dr. Sivanesan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sivanesan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699032763.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sivanesan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sivanesan
What is Dr. Kaartiga Sivanesan's specialty?
Dr. Sivanesan is a Cardiologist near Palo Alto, CA.
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. Kaartiga Sivanesan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sivanesan is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Sutter Roseville Medical Center, Sequoia Hospital, San Mateo Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare 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
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Is Kaartiga Sivanesan accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kaartiga Sivanesan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kaartiga Sivanesan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sivanesan's office at (650) 596-4110 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kaartiga Sivanesan?
Please contact Dr. Sivanesan's office at (650) 596-4110 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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