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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Megowan, Cardiologist in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Nichelle Megowan is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Megowan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Megowan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Megowan’s office at (310) 222-2401.
What languages does Dr. Megowan speak?
Dr. Megowan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Megowan typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Megowan 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. Megowan. 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:
- 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:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
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
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Megowan typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Nichelle Megowan 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
Please contact Dr. Megowan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Megowan accept my insurance?
Dr. Megowan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 222-2401 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Megowan accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Megowan in Torrance, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Megowan's office located?
Dr. Nichelle Megowan's Primary Practice
1000 W Carson St
Torrance, CA 90502
(310) 222-2401
What is Dr. Megowan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Megowan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326458993.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Megowan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Megowan
What is Dr. Nichelle Megowan's specialty?
Dr. Megowan is a Cardiologist near Torrance, CA.
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. Nichelle Megowan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Megowan is affiliated with Los Angeles General Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay 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 Nichelle Megowan accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nichelle Megowan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nichelle Megowan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Megowan's office at (310) 222-2401 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nichelle Megowan?
Please contact Dr. Megowan's office at (310) 222-2401 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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