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Dr. Leela Dhanekula, MD

Rockford, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dhanekula, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Rockford, IL?

    Dr. Leela Dhanekula, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Rockford, IL. She is board certified. Dr. Dhanekula is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dhanekula’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dhanekula’s office at (309) 691-4410.

    Is Dr. Dhanekula board certified as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Leela Dhanekula, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Dhanekula speak?

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

    • English
    • Hindi
    • Telugu

    What conditions does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Dhanekula typically treat?

    As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Dhanekula 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. Dhanekula. 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:

    • Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
    • Blood Thinners
    • Chronic anticoagulant therapy
    • Ongoing blood thinner treatment
    • Anticoagulant medication use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Sick Sinus Syndrome
    • Arrhythmia
    • Sick sinus syndrome
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Sinus Node Dysfunction
    • Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
    • SSS
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I495: Sick sinus syndrome
    • I4819: Other persistent 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:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    What procedures does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Dhanekula typically perform?

    As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Dhanekula 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. Dhanekula. 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:

    • Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
    • Permanent Pacemaker Placement
    • Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
    • Heart Rhythm Device Implantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular

    Does Dr. Dhanekula accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dhanekula accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (309) 691-4410 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dhanekula accept in Rockford, IL?

    Dr. Dhanekula in Rockford, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Illinois

    • The Alliance

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Dhanekula's office located?

    Dr. Leela Dhanekula's Primary Practice

    444 Roxbury Rd

    Rockford, IL 61107

    (309) 691-4410

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

    Dr. Dhanekula's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801826938.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dhanekula?

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

    What is Dr. Leela Dhanekula's specialty?

    What does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist do?

    A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments.

    Is Dr. Leela Dhanekula affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dhanekula is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital, Osf Healthcare Saint Anthony Medical Center, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital 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

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    Is Dr. Leela Dhanekula accepting new patients in Rockford, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Leela Dhanekula is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Leela Dhanekula offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dhanekula's office at (309) 691-4410 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Leela Dhanekula?

    Please contact Dr. Dhanekula's office at (309) 691-4410 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Dhanekula's office located?

    Dr. Dhanekula's office is located in Rockford, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Leela Dhanekula have?

    Dr. Leela Dhanekula is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.