16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Krishnaswamy, Internist in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Amar Krishnaswamy, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 16 years. Dr. Krishnaswamy graduated from Yale University School of Medicine. Dr. Krishnaswamy is fluent in English, Kannada, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Krishnaswamy’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krishnaswamy’s office at (216) 444-6697.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Krishnaswamy?
Dr. Amar Krishnaswamy, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Krishnaswamy empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cardiac Catheterization, Structural Heart Disease, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Cleveland, OH community, Dr. Krishnaswamy is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Krishnaswamy go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Yale University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Krishnaswamy speak?
Dr. Krishnaswamy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Kannada
Tamil
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Krishnaswamy typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Krishnaswamy 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. Krishnaswamy. 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:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
Also known as:
- Acute on Chronic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Worsening chronic heart failure
- Acute decompensated heart failure
- Sudden worsening heart failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5043: Acute on chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
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:
- 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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Krishnaswamy typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Krishnaswamy 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. Krishnaswamy. 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:
- 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)
Also known as:
- Brain Clot Protection Device Placement
- Cerebral Embolic Protection Device
- Brain Embolism Prevention Device
- Transcatheter Brain Protection
CPT Codes:
- 33370: Transcatheter placement and subsequent removal of cerebral embolic protection device(s), including arterial access, catheterization, imaging, and radiological supervision and interpretation, percutaneous (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement)
- TAVI
- Percutaneous Aortic Valve Replacement
- Transfemoral Aortic Valve Replacement
- Minimally Invasive Heart Valve Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33361: Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR/TAVI) with prosthetic valve; percutaneous femoral artery approach
Does Dr. Krishnaswamy accept my insurance?
Dr. Krishnaswamy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 444-6697 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Krishnaswamy accept in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Krishnaswamy in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medical Mutual of Ohio
Medicare
Summa Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Krishnaswamy's office located?
What is Dr. Krishnaswamy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Krishnaswamy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740487024.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krishnaswamy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Krishnaswamy
What is Dr. Amar Krishnaswamy's specialty?
Dr. Krishnaswamy is a Internist near Cleveland, OH.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Amar Krishnaswamy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Krishnaswamy is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus 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
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Is Amar Krishnaswamy accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?
Yes, Dr. Amar Krishnaswamy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amar Krishnaswamy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Krishnaswamy's office at (216) 444-6697 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amar Krishnaswamy?
Please contact Dr. Krishnaswamy's office at (216) 444-6697 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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