Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Handa, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Saint Louis, MO?
Where did Dr. Handa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Drexel University (Formerly MCP - Hahnemann University)
Residency: Hahnemann University Hospital
Medical School: Padmashree Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College
Is Dr. Handa board certified as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
Yes, Dr. Rajiv Handa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Handa speak?
Dr. Handa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Gujarati
- Hindi
- Panjabi; Punjabi
- Vietnamese
What conditions does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Handa typically treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Handa 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. Handa. 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:
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Complete Heart Block
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Premature Atrial Contractions
- Ventricular Tachycardia
- Arrhythmia
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Complete AV Block
- Third-Degree Heart Block
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
- PACs
- Atrial Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Atrial)
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- VT
- V-tach
- Fast heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
- I491: Atrial premature depolarization
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- I4720: Ventricular tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
- Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
ICD-10 Codes:
- I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
What procedures does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Handa typically perform?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Handa 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. Handa. 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
- Pacemaker Battery Removal
- Permanent Pacemaker Placement
- Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
- Heart Rhythm Device Implantation
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Removal
- Heart Pacemaker Device Removal
- Pacemaker Box Removal
CPT Codes:
- 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular
- 33233: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator only
Also known as:
- Left Ventricle Pacing Lead Insertion
- Cardiac Pacing Electrode Placement
- LV Lead Insertion
- Pacemaker Upgrade Lead
CPT Codes:
- 33225: Insertion of pacing electrode, cardiac venous system, for left ventricular pacing, at time of insertion of implantable defibrillator or pacemaker pulse generator (eg, for upgrade to dual chamber system) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Implantable Defibrillator Placement
- ICD insertion
- Permanent defibrillator implant
- Heart defibrillator replacement
- Transvenous defibrillator system
CPT Codes:
- 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber
Also known as:
- Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
- Pacemaker Generator Exchange
- Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
- Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system
Also known as:
- Dual Lead Pacemaker Wire Removal
- Pacemaker Lead Extraction
- Transvenous Electrode Removal
- Pacemaker Wire Removal
CPT Codes:
- 33235: Removal of transvenous pacemaker electrode(s); dual lead system
Also known as:
- Defibrillator Generator Replacement
- ICD Generator Change
- Implantable Defibrillator Battery Change
- Defibrillator Device Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33264: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; multiple lead system
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
Does Dr. Handa accept my insurance?
Dr. Handa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 692-2807 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Handa accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Handa in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Oscar Health
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Where is Dr. Handa's office located?
310 Mercy Clinic Heart Heart And Vascul
10012 Kennerly Rd Ste 202
Saint Louis, MO 63128
(314) 692-2807
What hospitals are Dr. Handa affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Handa has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Handa's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Handa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790783538.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Handa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Handa