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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hardwick, Cardiologist in Gulfport, MS?
Dr. James Hardwick, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Gulfport, MS with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Hardwick graduated from Wake Forest University School of Medicine and completed his residency at La State University School Of Med. Dr. Hardwick is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hardwick’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hardwick’s office at (228) 863-5211.
Where did Dr. Hardwick go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La State University School Of Med | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: Wake Forest University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hardwick speak?
Dr. Hardwick and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Hardwick treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Hardwick 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. Hardwick. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Fast Heartbeat
- Slow Heart Rate
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Other Aortic Valve Disorder
- Mitral Valve Calcification
- Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Problems
- Aortic Valve Conditions
- Calcified mitral valve ring
- Mitral annulus calcification
- Leaky tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I358: Other nonrheumatic aortic valve disorders
- I3481: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) annulus calcification
- I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
Which procedures does Dr. Hardwick perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. James Hardwick 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. Hardwick's office.
Does Dr. Hardwick accept my insurance?
Dr. Hardwick accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (228) 863-5211 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hardwick accept in Gulfport, MS?
Dr. Hardwick in Gulfport, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Federal Employee Program
Humana
Medicare
State of Mississippi
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hardwick's office located?
What is Dr. Hardwick's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hardwick's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437130911.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hardwick?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hardwick
What is Dr. James Hardwick's specialty?
Dr. Hardwick is a Cardiologist near Gulfport, MS. 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. Hardwick to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Hardwick affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hardwick is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Gulfport, Memorial Hospital Stone County 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 James Hardwick accepting new patients in Gulfport, MS?
Yes, Dr. James Hardwick is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Hardwick offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hardwick's office at (228) 863-5211 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Hardwick?
Please contact Dr. Hardwick's office at (228) 863-5211 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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