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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bennett, Cardiologist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Rick Bennett, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Bennett graduated from University of Florida College of Medicine and completed his residency at Shands Jacksonville Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Palmetto Richland Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Bennett is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bennett’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bennett’s office at (615) 269-4545.
Where did Dr. Bennett go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Shands Jacksonville Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Palmetto Richland Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine | University of Florida Program
Medical School: University of Fl Coll of Med, Gainesville | University of Florida College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bennett speak?
Dr. Bennett and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Bennett treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Bennett 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. Bennett. 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Unstable Angina
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Unstable Chest Pain
- Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
- 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
- I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
- I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified 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
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Past Heart Attack
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
- Previous Heart Attack
- Old Myocardial Infarction
- Prior Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
- I252: Old myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Rheumatic Mitral and Aortic Valve Disease
- Rheumatic Disease of Multiple Heart Valves
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Multiple Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease
- Rheumatic Fever Affecting Heart Valves
- Rheumatic Polyvalvular Disease
- Rheumatic Fever Affecting All Heart Valves
ICD-10 Codes:
- I080: Rheumatic disorders of both mitral and aortic valves
- I083: Combined rheumatic disorders of mitral, aortic and tricuspid valves
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Having a Coronary Angioplasty Implant or Graft
- Angioplasty
- Coronary stent
- Heart artery graft
- Angioplasty device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z955: Presence of coronary angioplasty implant and graft
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest 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:
- Rheumatic Mitral and Tricuspid Valve Disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I081: Rheumatic disorders of both mitral and tricuspid valves
Which procedures does Dr. Bennett perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Rick Bennett 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. Bennett's office.
Does Dr. Bennett accept my insurance?
Dr. Bennett accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 269-4545 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bennett accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Bennett in Nashville, TN 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 Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Christian Healthcare Ministries
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bennett's office located?
What is Dr. Bennett's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bennett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528005667.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bennett?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bennett
What is Dr. Rick Bennett's specialty?
Dr. Bennett is a Cardiologist near Nashville, TN. 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. Bennett to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rick Bennett affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bennett is affiliated with Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West 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 Rick Bennett accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Rick Bennett is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rick Bennett offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bennett's office at (615) 269-4545 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rick Bennett?
Please contact Dr. Bennett's office at (615) 269-4545 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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