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Dr. Lawrence Atherton, MD

Champaign, IL

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    Who is Dr. Atherton, Cardiologist in Champaign, IL?

    Dr. Lawrence Atherton, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Champaign, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Atherton completed his residency at Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Of Ky Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Atherton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Atherton’s office at (217) 366-1200.

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

    • Residency: Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Of Ky Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Vt Coll of Med, Burlington Vt

    Is Dr. Atherton board certified in Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Lawrence Atherton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Atherton speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Atherton treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Atherton 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. Atherton. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, 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:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    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
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Atrial Fibrillation
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Persistent AFib
    • Long-term AFib
    • Ongoing Atrial Fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4820: Chronic atrial fibrillation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Artificial heart valve
    • Mechanical heart valve
    • Bioprosthetic valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve

    Which procedures does Dr. Atherton perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Lawrence Atherton may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Atherton's office.

    Does Dr. Atherton accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Atherton's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Atherton's office located?

    Dr. Lawrence Atherton's Primary Practice

    101 W University Ave

    Champaign, IL 61820

    (217) 366-1200

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

    Dr. Atherton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124033642.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Atherton?

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

    What is Dr. Lawrence Atherton's specialty?

    Dr. Atherton is a Cardiologist near Champaign, IL. 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. Atherton to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lawrence Atherton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Atherton is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Lawrence Atherton accepting new patients in Champaign, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Lawrence Atherton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lawrence Atherton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Atherton's office at (217) 366-1200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lawrence Atherton?

    Please contact Dr. Atherton's office at (217) 366-1200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lawrence Atherton have?

    Dr. Lawrence Atherton is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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