Dr. Lawrence Atherton, MD

Champaign, IL

Accepting patients

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

Dr. Lawrence Atherton, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Champaign, IL. He is board certified. 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 as a 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 a Cardiologist like Dr. Atherton typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

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:

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:

Heart Palpitations
Arrhythmia
Skipped Heartbeat
Fluttering Heart
Pounding Heart

ICD-10 Codes:

R002: Palpitations

Also known as:

High Blood Pressure
Hypertension
Primary Hypertension
Essential Hypertension

ICD-10 Codes:

I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

Also known as:

Chest Pain
Chest discomfort
Thoracic pain
Upper body pain

ICD-10 Codes:

R079: Chest pain, unspecified

What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Atherton typically perform?

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

Please contact Dr. Atherton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

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?A 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.

What does a Cardiologist do?

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.

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

No, Dr. 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

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