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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pappas, Cardiologist in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. John Pappas, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Corpus Christi, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Pappas completed his residency at Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Cardiovascular Diseases Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Pappas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pappas’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pappas’s office.
Where did Dr. Pappas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Cardiovascular Diseases Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, Internal Medicine | U Tex Med Br
Medical School: Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr Sch of Med, Lubbock Tx
Is Dr. Pappas board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. John Pappas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pappas speak?
Dr. Pappas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Pappas typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Pappas 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. Pappas. 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 here.
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:
- 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:
- 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 Cardiologist like Dr. Pappas typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Pappas 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. Pappas. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Angiography Catheter
- Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36246: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial second order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
- 36247: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
Also known as:
- TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement)
- TAVI
- Percutaneous Aortic Valve Replacement
- Transfemoral Aortic Valve Replacement
- Minimally Invasive Heart Valve Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33361: Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR/TAVI) with prosthetic valve; percutaneous femoral artery approach
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Angioplasty (Femoral/Popliteal)
- Femoral Artery Access for Endograft
- Femoral Artery Angioplasty
- Popliteal Artery Angioplasty
- Leg Artery Revascularization
- Percutaneous Femoral Access
- Endograft Delivery Access
- Artery Closure Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 37224: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal angioplasty
- 34713: Percutaneous access and closure of femoral artery for delivery of endograft through a large sheath (12 French or larger), including ultrasound guidance, when performed, unilateral (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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-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
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Angiography with Catheter
- Cerebral Angiography
- Carotid Artery Imaging
- Innominate Artery Angiography
CPT Codes:
- 36222: Selective catheter placement, common carotid or innominate artery, unilateral, any approach, with angiography of the ipsilateral extracranial carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the cervicocerebral arch, when performed
Also known as:
- Leadless Pacemaker Insertion
- Transcatheter Pacemaker
- Wireless Pacemaker Implant
- Right Ventricular Pacemaker
CPT Codes:
- 33274: Transcatheter insertion or replacement of permanent leadless pacemaker, right ventricular, including imaging guidance (eg, fluoroscopy, venous ultrasound, ventriculography, femoral venography) and device evaluation (eg, interrogation or programming), when performed
Also known as:
- Endovascular Aortic Aneurysm Repair
- EVAR
- Aortic Stent Placement
- Aortic Aneurysm Repair
- Minimally Invasive Aorta Repair
CPT Codes:
- 34705: Endovascular repair of infrarenal aorta and/or iliac artery(ies) by deployment of an aorto-bi-iliac endograft including pre-procedure sizing and device selection, all nonselective catheterization(s), all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, all endograft extension(s) placed in the aorta from the level of the renal arteries to the iliac bifurcation, and all angioplasty/stenting performed from the level of the renal arteries to the iliac bifurcation; for other than rupture (eg, for aneurysm, pseudoaneurysm, dissection, penetrating ulcer)
Does Dr. Pappas accept my insurance?
Dr. Pappas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pappas accept in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Pappas in Corpus Christi, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Christus Health
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Pappas' office located?
What is Dr. Pappas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pappas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033110234.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pappas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pappas
What is Dr. John Pappas's specialty?
Dr. Pappas is a Cardiologist near Corpus Christi, TX.
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 this Dr. John Pappas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pappas is affiliated with Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline, University Hospital-San Antonio, Dhr Health, Methodist Hospital - San Antonio 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 John Pappas accepting new patients in Corpus Christi, TX?
Yes, Dr. John Pappas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Pappas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pappas's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Pappas?
Please contact Dr. Pappas's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Pappas have?
Dr. John Pappas is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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