40 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Arger, Cardiologist in Sparks, NV?
Dr. Kosta Arger, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Sparks, NV with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Arger completed his residency at University of Nevada School of Medicine - Las Vegas. Dr. Arger is fluent in English, Greek, Modern (1453-), and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Arger’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Arger’s office at (775) 356-4514.
Where did Dr. Arger go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Nevada School of Medicine - Las Vegas
Medical School: University of Washington School of Public Health
What languages does Dr. Arger speak?
Dr. Arger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Greek, Modern (1453-)
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Arger treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Arger 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. Arger. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Complete Heart Block
- Slow Heart Rate
- Arrhythmia
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
- Complete AV Block
- Third-Degree Heart Block
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
- I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, 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:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mini-Stroke
- Ischemic Stroke
- Stroke
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- TIA
- Warning Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8673: Personal history of transient ischemic attack (TIA), and cerebral infarction without residual deficits
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Throat irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R058: Other specified cough
Which procedures does Dr. Arger perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kosta Arger 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. Arger's office.
Does Dr. Arger accept my insurance?
Dr. Arger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (775) 356-4514 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Arger accept in Sparks, NV?
Dr. Arger in Sparks, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Prominence Health Plan
Renown Health / Hometown Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Arger's office located?
Dr. Kosta Arger's Primary Practice
2385 E Prater Way Ste 302
Sparks, NV 89434
(775) 356-4514
What is Dr. Arger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Arger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164414215.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Arger?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Arger
What is Dr. Kosta Arger's specialty?
Dr. Arger is a Cardiologist near Sparks, NV. 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. Arger to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kosta Arger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Arger is affiliated with Northern Nevada Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Kosta Arger accepting new patients in Sparks, NV?
Yes, Dr. Kosta Arger is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kosta Arger offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Arger's office at (775) 356-4514 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kosta Arger?
Please contact Dr. Arger's office at (775) 356-4514 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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