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Who is Dr. Vijaykumar, Interventional Cardiologist in Ames, IA?
Dr. Snehitha Vijaykumar, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Ames, IA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Vijaykumar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vijaykumar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vijaykumar’s office at (515) 239-4472.
What languages does Dr. Vijaykumar speak?
Dr. Vijaykumar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Vijaykumar treat?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Vijaykumar 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. Vijaykumar. 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:
- Heart Palpitations
- Fast Heartbeat
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Slow Heart Rate
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Thoracic Aortic Widening
- Dilated Thoracic Aorta
- Thoracic Aortic Dilation
- Enlarged Chest Aorta
ICD-10 Codes:
- I77810: Thoracic aortic ectasia
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Which procedures does Dr. Vijaykumar perform as a Interventional Cardiologist?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Snehitha Vijaykumar may include:
- Balloon Angioplasty / Stent
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Heart Valve Repair / Valvuloplasty
- Pacemaker Implant
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Vijaykumar's office.
Does Dr. Vijaykumar accept my insurance?
Dr. Vijaykumar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 239-4472 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vijaykumar accept in Ames, IA?
Dr. Vijaykumar in Ames, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
HealthComp
Humana
Medicare
MedImpact
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Vijaykumar's office located?
What is Dr. Vijaykumar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vijaykumar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376960526.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vijaykumar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vijaykumar
What is Dr. Snehitha Vijaykumar's specialty?
Dr. Vijaykumar is a Interventional Cardiologist near Ames, IA. A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function. Contact Dr. Vijaykumar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Snehitha Vijaykumar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vijaykumar is affiliated with St. Anthony Regional Hospital, UnityPoint Health-Allen Hospital 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
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Is Snehitha Vijaykumar accepting new patients in Ames, IA?
Yes, Dr. Snehitha Vijaykumar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Snehitha Vijaykumar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vijaykumar's office at (515) 239-4472 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Snehitha Vijaykumar?
Please contact Dr. Vijaykumar's office at (515) 239-4472 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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