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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ponnapureddy, Cardiologist in Iowa City, IA?
Dr. Rakesh Ponnapureddy is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Iowa City, IA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ponnapureddy is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ponnapureddy’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ponnapureddy’s office at (307) 266-3174.
What languages does Dr. Ponnapureddy speak?
Dr. Ponnapureddy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Telugu
What conditions does Dr. Ponnapureddy treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Ponnapureddy 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. Ponnapureddy. 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:
- 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
What procedures does Dr. Ponnapureddy perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Ponnapureddy 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. Ponnapureddy. 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:
- Coronary Artery Lithotripsy
- Heart artery shockwave therapy
- Intravascular lithotripsy (IVL)
- Percutaneous coronary lithotripsy
- Coronary artery calcification treatment
CPT Codes:
- 92972: Percutaneous transluminal coronary lithotripsy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Ponnapureddy accept my insurance?
Dr. Ponnapureddy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (307) 266-3174 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ponnapureddy accept in Iowa City, IA?
Dr. Ponnapureddy in Iowa City, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Federal Employee Program
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of South Dakota
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Ponnapureddy's office located?
Dr. Rakesh Ponnapureddy's Primary Practice
200 Hawkins Dr
Iowa City, IA 52242
(307) 266-3174
What is Dr. Ponnapureddy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ponnapureddy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528485414.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ponnapureddy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ponnapureddy
What is Dr. Rakesh Ponnapureddy's specialty?
Dr. Ponnapureddy is a Cardiologist near Iowa City, IA. 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. Ponnapureddy to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rakesh Ponnapureddy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ponnapureddy is affiliated with Monument Health Spearfish Hospital, Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health 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
Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?
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Is Rakesh Ponnapureddy accepting new patients in Iowa City, IA?
Yes, Dr. Rakesh Ponnapureddy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rakesh Ponnapureddy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ponnapureddy's office at (307) 266-3174 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rakesh Ponnapureddy?
Please contact Dr. Ponnapureddy's office at (307) 266-3174 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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