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Dr. Lakshmi Nambiar, MD

Dr. Lakshmi Nambiar, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nambiar, Cardiologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Lakshmi Nambiar is a cardiologist and Assistant Professor in the Cardiology Division of the Department of Medicine at Weill Cornell Medical College. She completed her internal medicine residency and cardiovascular disease fellowship at the University of Vermont. She joined the faculty at Weill Cornell Medicine after completing her fellowship in advanced cardiac imaging with a focus on cardiac MRI and echocardiography at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medicine. Dr. Nambiar is board certified in Cardiovascular Disease, Internal Medicine, Nuclear Cardiology, Cardiac MRI and Echocardiography. She is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology.? ?Her clinical interests include the application of cardiac magnetic resonance imaging and echocardiography to women?s cardiac health. She is first author on multiple peer-reviewed publications including in JACC and JASE. Her research has been recognized with national media releases including in Medscape, MedPage Today, and TCTMD. She is committed to excellence in patient-centered care and education.

    What languages does Dr. Nambiar speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Nambiar 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. Nambiar. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Other Heart and Lung Symptoms
    • Heart Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Cardiopulmonary symptoms
    • Unusual heart and breathing signs
    • Circulatory-respiratory issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0989: Other specified symptoms and signs involving the circulatory and respiratory systems

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • History of Other Medical Treatment
    • Past Medical Procedures
    • Previous Medical Care
    • History of Past Treatments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9289: Personal history of other medical treatment

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Does Dr. Nambiar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nambiar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nambiar accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Nambiar in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Nambiar's office located?

    Cardiology - Lower Manhattan

    Cardiology - Lower Manhattan

    156 William Street

    6th Floor

    New York, NY 10038

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

    Dr. Nambiar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568880516.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nambiar?

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

    What is Dr. Lakshmi Nambiar's specialty?

    Dr. Nambiar is a Cardiologist near New York, NY.

    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. Lakshmi Nambiar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nambiar is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian Hospital/weill Cornell Medical Center 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

    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 Lakshmi Nambiar accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Lakshmi Nambiar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lakshmi Nambiar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nambiar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lakshmi Nambiar?

    Please contact Dr. Nambiar's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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