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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Piracha, Cardiologist in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Amir Piracha, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Piracha graduated from Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine and completed his residency at Allegheny Gen Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases Allegheny Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Piracha is fluent in English, Tamil, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Piracha’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Piracha’s office.
Where did Dr. Piracha go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Allegheny Gen Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases Allegheny Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine | Allegheny General Hospital-Western Pennsylvania Hosp Med Ed Program
Medical School: Joan C Edwards School Of Medicine At Marshall University | Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Piracha speak?
Dr. Piracha and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
Urdu
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Piracha typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Piracha 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. Piracha. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Piracha typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Amir Piracha 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
Please contact Dr. Piracha's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Piracha accept my insurance?
Dr. Piracha 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. Piracha accept in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Piracha in Louisville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Kentucky
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Piracha's office located?
Dr. Amir Piracha's Primary Practice
201 Abraham Flexner Way Ste 1200
Louisville, KY 40202
What is Dr. Piracha's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Piracha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578555942.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Piracha?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Piracha
What is Dr. Amir Piracha's specialty?
Dr. Piracha is a Cardiologist near Louisville, KY.
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. Amir Piracha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Piracha is affiliated with Baptist Health Hardin 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 Amir Piracha accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?
Yes, Dr. Amir Piracha is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amir Piracha offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Piracha's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amir Piracha?
Please contact Dr. Piracha's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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