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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chhokar, Cardiologist in Columbus, GA?
Dr. Vikramjit Chhokar, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Columbus, GA. He is board certified. Dr. Chhokar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chhokar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chhokar’s office at (706) 322-0528.
What languages does Dr. Chhokar speak?
Dr. Chhokar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Chhokar treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Chhokar 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. Chhokar. 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Other Heart Disease
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Unspecified Heart Condition
- Atypical Heart Problem
- Rare Heart Condition
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5189: Other ill-defined heart diseases
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Which procedures does Dr. Chhokar perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Vikramjit Chhokar may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chhokar's office.
Does Dr. Chhokar accept my insurance?
Dr. Chhokar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 322-0528 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chhokar accept in Columbus, GA?
Dr. Chhokar in Columbus, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chhokar's office located?
Dr. Vikramjit Chhokar's Primary Practice
2300 Manchester Expy Ste 1001
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 322-0528
What is Dr. Chhokar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chhokar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932101904.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chhokar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chhokar
What is Dr. Vikramjit Chhokar's specialty?
Dr. Chhokar is a Cardiologist near Columbus, GA. 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. Chhokar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Vikramjit Chhokar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chhokar is affiliated with St. Francis-Emory Healthcare, Piedmont Columbus Regional - Northside Campus, Piedmont Fayette 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 Vikramjit Chhokar accepting new patients in Columbus, GA?
Yes, Dr. Vikramjit Chhokar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vikramjit Chhokar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chhokar's office at (706) 322-0528 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vikramjit Chhokar?
Please contact Dr. Chhokar's office at (706) 322-0528 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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