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Dr. Vasanth Bethala, MD

Slidell, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bethala, Interventional Cardiologist in Slidell, LA?

    Dr. Vasanth Bethala, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Slidell, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Bethala graduated from Osmania Medical College and completed his residency at Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; U Pa Hlth Sys-Presby M C, Cardiovascular Diseases; U Pa Hlth Sys-Presby M C, Internal Medicine; U Pa Hlth Sys-Presby M C, General Surgery. Dr. Bethala is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bethala’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bethala’s office at (985) 641-7577.

    Where did Dr. Bethala go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; U Pa Hlth Sys-Presby M C, Cardiovascular Diseases; U Pa Hlth Sys-Presby M C, Internal Medicine; U Pa Hlth Sys-Presby M C, General Surgery | University of Pennsylvania Health System Program

    • Medical School: Osmania Med Coll- Univ Hlth Sci- Vijayawada- Hyderabad- Ap- India | Osmania Medical College

    What languages does Dr. Bethala speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    What conditions does Dr. Bethala treat?

    As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Bethala 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. Bethala. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • R002: Palpitations

    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:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    What procedures does Dr. Bethala perform?

    As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Bethala 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. Bethala. 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:

    • Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
    • Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
    • Under-Skin Heart Monitor
    • Cardiac Event Recorder Implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Implantable Heart Monitor
    • Subcutaneous Cardiac Monitor Removal
    • Loop Recorder Removal
    • Implantable Loop Recorder Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 33286: Removal, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor

    Does Dr. Bethala accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bethala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 641-7577 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bethala accept in Slidell, LA?

    Dr. Bethala in Slidell, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • County of Kern (CA)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • HealthComp

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Bethala's office located?

    Dr. Vasanth Bethala's Primary Practice

    1051 Gause Blvd Ste 230

    Slidell, LA 70458

    (985) 641-7577

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    Dr. Vasanth Bethala's Practice 2

    1514 Jefferson Hwy

    New Orleans, LA 70121

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    Dr. Vasanth Bethala's Practice 3

    149 Drinkwater Rd

    Bay Saint Louis, MS 39520

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

    Dr. Bethala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548263999.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bethala?

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

    What is Dr. Vasanth Bethala's specialty?

    Dr. Bethala is a Interventional Cardiologist near Slidell, LA. A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function. Contact Dr. Bethala to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Vasanth Bethala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bethala is affiliated with Slidell Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock, St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Memorial Hospital Gulfport, Ochsner St. Anne 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 Vasanth Bethala accepting new patients in Slidell, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Vasanth Bethala is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vasanth Bethala offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bethala's office at (985) 641-7577 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Vasanth Bethala?

    Please contact Dr. Bethala's office at (985) 641-7577 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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