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Dr. Christopher Lichtenwalter, MD

Dr. Christopher Lichtenwalter, MD

Cardiologist

Mesa, AZ

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lichtenwalter, Cardiologist in Mesa, AZ?

    Dr. Christopher Lichtenwalter, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Mesa, AZ with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Lichtenwalter graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas and completed his residency at University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. Dr. Lichtenwalter is fluent in English, Gujarati, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lichtenwalter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lichtenwalter’s office at (480) 889-1573.

    Where did Dr. Lichtenwalter go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: (Interventional Cardiology (Internal Medicine)), UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SOUTHWESTERN MEDICAL CENTER, DALLAS, TX

    • Residency: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center | Parkland Health & Hospital System

    • Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas

    Is Dr. Lichtenwalter board certified as a Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Lichtenwalter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Lichtenwalter speak?

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

    • English
    • Gujarati
    • Hindi
    • Spanish

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

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Lichtenwalter 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. Lichtenwalter. 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:

    • 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations

    What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Lichtenwalter typically perform?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Lichtenwalter 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. Lichtenwalter. 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:

    • Heart Artery Shockwave Treatment
    • Coronary Artery Lithotripsy
    • Coronary lithotripsy
    • Intravascular lithotripsy (IVL)
    • Heart artery calcification treatment
    • Percutaneous coronary lithotripsy
    • Heart artery shockwave therapy
    • Coronary artery calcification treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 0715T: Percutaneous transluminal coronary lithotripsy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 92972: Percutaneous transluminal coronary lithotripsy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Lichtenwalter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lichtenwalter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 889-1573 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lichtenwalter accept in Mesa, AZ?

    Dr. Lichtenwalter in Mesa, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Banner Health

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • IASIS Healthcare

    • Medicare

    • Mercy Maricopa Integrated Care

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lichtenwalter's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Lichtenwalter's Primary Practice

    10238 E Hampton Ave Ste 501

    Mesa, AZ 85209

    (480) 889-1573

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    Dr. Christopher Lichtenwalter's Practice 2

    1940 S Country Club Dr Ste 110

    Mesa, AZ 85210

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

    Dr. Lichtenwalter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275582132.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lichtenwalter?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Lichtenwalter's specialty?

    Dr. Lichtenwalter is a Cardiologist near Mesa, AZ.

    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 Dr. Christopher Lichtenwalter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lichtenwalter is affiliated with Mercy Gilbert Medical Center, Banner Desert Medical Center, Chandler Regional Medical Center, Banner Baywood Medical Center, Banner Ironwood Medical Center, Banner Ocotillo Medical 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

    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 Dr. Christopher Lichtenwalter accepting new patients in Mesa, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Lichtenwalter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Lichtenwalter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lichtenwalter's office at (480) 889-1573 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Lichtenwalter?

    Please contact Dr. Lichtenwalter's office at (480) 889-1573 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lichtenwalter's office located?

    Dr. Lichtenwalter's office is located in Mesa, AZ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Lichtenwalter have?

    Dr. Christopher Lichtenwalter is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.