32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Palakodeti, Cardiologist in Imperial, CA?
Dr. Vachaspathi Palakodeti, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Imperial, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Palakodeti graduated from Osmania Medical College and completed his residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Scripps Mercy Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Palakodeti is fluent in English, Spanish, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palakodeti’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palakodeti’s office at (760) 355-8300.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Palakodeti?
Dr. Vachaspathi Palakodeti, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Cardiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Palakodeti empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Heart Valve Disease, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Imperial/CA community, Dr. Palakodeti is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Palakodeti go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Scripps Mercy Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | UCSD-Kaiser San Diego
Medical School: Osmania Medical College
Is Dr. Palakodeti board certified in Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Vachaspathi Palakodeti, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Palakodeti speak?
Dr. Palakodeti and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Telugu
What conditions does Dr. Palakodeti treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Palakodeti 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. Palakodeti. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Heart Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
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:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
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:
- Other Cardiac Implants
- Heart Devices
- Cardiac Grafts
- Implantable Heart Devices
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95818: Presence of other cardiac implants and grafts
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Palakodeti perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Vachaspathi Palakodeti 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. Palakodeti's office.
Does Dr. Palakodeti accept my insurance?
Dr. Palakodeti accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 355-8300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Palakodeti accept in Imperial, CA?
Dr. Palakodeti in Imperial, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Imperial Health Plan (CA)
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealthcare
Universal Health Care
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Where is Dr. Palakodeti's office located?
Dr. Vachaspathi Palakodeti's Primary Practice
516 W Aten Rd Ste 1
Imperial, CA 92251
(760) 355-8300
What is Dr. Palakodeti's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Palakodeti's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649224387.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palakodeti?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Palakodeti
What is Dr. Vachaspathi Palakodeti's specialty?
Dr. Palakodeti is a Cardiologist near Imperial, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Palakodeti to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Vachaspathi Palakodeti affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Palakodeti is affiliated with El Centro Regional 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
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Is Vachaspathi Palakodeti accepting new patients in Imperial, CA?
Yes, Dr. Vachaspathi Palakodeti is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vachaspathi Palakodeti offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Palakodeti's office at (760) 355-8300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vachaspathi Palakodeti?
Please contact Dr. Palakodeti's office at (760) 355-8300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vachaspathi Palakodeti have?
Dr. Vachaspathi Palakodeti is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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