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Dr. Sumeet Vaikunth, MD
Philadelphia, PA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vaikunth, Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Sumeet Vaikunth, MD is an Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Vaikunth is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vaikunth’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vaikunth’s office at (215) 590-4040.
What languages does Dr. Vaikunth speak?
Dr. Vaikunth and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Vaikunth treat?
As a Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist, Dr. Vaikunth 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. Vaikunth. 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:
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Unspecified Congenital Heart Defect
- Discordant Ventriculoarterial Connection
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Leaky Aortic Valve at Birth
- Double Outlet Right Ventricle
- Complete Atrioventricular Septal Defect
- Abnormal Coronary Arteries
- Narrowing of the Aorta
- Truncus Arteriosus
- Atrioventricular Septal Defect
- Other Heart Chamber Birth Defects
- Hole in the Heart (Atrial Septal Defect)
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
- Heart Birth Defect
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- Heart Malformation at Birth
- Transposition of the Great Arteries
- Heart Artery Misconnection
- HLHS
- Underdeveloped Left Heart
- Complex Congenital Heart Disease
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Congenital Aortic Regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Aortic Valve Leak
- DORV
- Complete AVSD
- Full Endocardial Cushion Defect
- Large Hole in Heart
- Coronary Artery Malformation
- Congenital Coronary Artery Anomaly
- Birth Defect of Heart Arteries
- Aortic Coarctation
- CoA
- Pinched Aorta
- Common Aortic Pulmonary Artery
- Persistent Truncus Arteriosus
- Single Great Artery
- AVSD
- Endocardial Cushion Defect
- Complete AV Canal Defect
- Congenital Cardiac Chamber Anomalies
- Heart Connection Malformations
- Unusual Heart Defects
- ASD
- Atrial Septal Defect
- Hole between Upper Heart Chambers
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
- Q249: Congenital malformation of heart, unspecified
- Q203: Discordant ventriculoarterial connection
- Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
- Q231: Congenital insufficiency of aortic valve
- Q201: Double outlet right ventricle
- Q2123: Complete atrioventricular septal defect
- Q245: Malformation of coronary vessels
- Q251: Coarctation of aorta
- Q200: Common arterial trunk
- Q2120: Atrioventricular septal defect, unspecified as to partial or complete
- Q208: Other congenital malformations of cardiac chambers and connections
- Q2110: Atrial septal defect, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Narrowed Pulmonary Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Pulmonary Valve Stenosis
- Tight Pulmonary Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I370: Nonrheumatic pulmonary valve stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- History of Corrected Heart and Circulatory System Birth Defects
- Birth Defects
- Heart Disease
- Past heart malformations
- Previous corrected congenital heart problems
- History of circulatory system birth anomalies
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8774: Personal history of (corrected) congenital malformations of heart and circulatory system
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
Which procedures does Dr. Vaikunth perform as a Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist?
As a Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Sumeet Vaikunth 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Vaikunth's office.
Does Dr. Vaikunth accept my insurance?
Dr. Vaikunth accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 590-4040 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vaikunth accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Vaikunth in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Geisinger Health Plan
Health Partners Plans
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Vaikunth's office located?
Dr. Sumeet Vaikunth's Primary Practice
3400 Spruce St Fl 2
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 590-4040
What is Dr. Vaikunth's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vaikunth's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588924286.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vaikunth?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vaikunth
What is Dr. Sumeet Vaikunth's specialty?
Dr. Vaikunth is a Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist near Philadelphia, PA. A physician who focuses on the care and management of adults with congenital heart disease (ACHD) is specially trained to navigate the complexities of this condition. ACHD specialists have a thorough understanding of the anatomy, physiology, surgical repairs, and potential long-term complications associated with congenital heart disease. They leverage this expertise to effectively manage patients who may also experience acquired heart conditions, including heart failure, arrhythmias, and pulmonary hypertension. Contact Dr. Vaikunth to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sumeet Vaikunth affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vaikunth is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania 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
Where can I learn more about Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist?
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Is Sumeet Vaikunth accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Sumeet Vaikunth is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sumeet Vaikunth offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vaikunth's office at (215) 590-4040 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sumeet Vaikunth?
Please contact Dr. Vaikunth's office at (215) 590-4040 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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