Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Basu, Cardiologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Abhijeet Basu, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Basu graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine and completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; Baylor Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Basu is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Basu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Basu’s office at (713) 790-0841.
Where did Dr. Basu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; Baylor Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh | Ohio State University / College of Medicine
Is Dr. Basu board certified in Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Abhijeet Basu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Basu speak?
Dr. Basu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Basu treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Basu 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. Basu. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Slow Heart Rate
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mitral Valve Prolapse
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Floppy mitral valve', 'Barlow's syndrome
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I341: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) prolapse
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
- Precordial pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
- R072: Precordial pain
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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Which procedures does Dr. Basu perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Abhijeet Basu 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. Basu's office.
Does Dr. Basu accept my insurance?
Dr. Basu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 790-0841 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Basu accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Basu in Houston, TX 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Basu's office located?
Dr. Abhijeet Basu's Primary Practice
5115 Fannin St Ste 801
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 790-0841
What is Dr. Basu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Basu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902853666.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Basu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Basu
What is Dr. Abhijeet Basu's specialty?
Dr. Basu is a Cardiologist near Houston, TX. 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. Basu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Abhijeet Basu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Basu is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital 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 Cardiologist?
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Is Abhijeet Basu accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Abhijeet Basu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Abhijeet Basu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Basu's office at (713) 790-0841 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Abhijeet Basu?
Please contact Dr. Basu's office at (713) 790-0841 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Abhijeet Basu have?
Dr. Abhijeet Basu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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