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Dr. Atul Chawla, MD

Des Moines, IA

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chawla, Interventional Cardiologist in Des Moines, IA?

    Dr. Atul Chawla, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Chawla graduated from Christian Medical College and completed his residency at Creighton Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine; Creighton Univ Sch Of Med, Psychiatry. Dr. Chawla is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chawla’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chawla’s office at (515) 235-5000.

    Where did Dr. Chawla go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Creighton Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine; Creighton Univ Sch Of Med, Psychiatry | Creighton University School Of Med | Creighton University Program

    • Medical School: Christian Med Coll, Punjab University, Ludhiana, Punjab, India | Christian Medical College

    Is Dr. Chawla board certified in Interventional Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Atul Chawla, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Chawla speak?

    Dr. Chawla and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Hindi

    What conditions does Dr. Chawla treat?

    As a Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Chawla 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. Chawla. 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:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis and Insufficiency
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation
    • Narrow and leaky aortic valve
    • Mixed aortic valve disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
    • I352: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis with insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
    • Unstable Angina
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
    • Chest Pain from Heart Disease
    • Angina Pectoris
    • Unstable Chest Pain
    • Acute Coronary Syndrome
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina

    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
    • I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath
    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Precordial pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R072: Precordial pain

    Also known as:

    • Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Artificial heart valve
    • Mechanical heart valve
    • Bioprosthetic valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    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:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Having a Coronary Angioplasty Implant or Graft
    • Angioplasty
    • Coronary stent
    • Heart artery graft
    • Angioplasty device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z955: Presence of coronary angioplasty implant and graft

    Which procedures does Dr. Chawla perform as a Interventional Cardiologist?

    As a Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Atul Chawla may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chawla's office.

    Does Dr. Chawla accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chawla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 235-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chawla accept in Des Moines, IA?

    Dr. Chawla in Des Moines, IA 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)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Group Administrators Ltd

    • Humana

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • Thrivent Financial

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield

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    Where is Dr. Chawla's office located?

    Dr. Atul Chawla's Primary Practice

    411 Laurel St Ste 1225

    Des Moines, IA 50314

    (515) 235-5000

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    Dr. Atul Chawla's Practice 2

    250 S Crescent Dr Ste 200

    Mason City, IA 50401

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    Dr. Atul Chawla's Practice 3

    800 Kenyon Rd Fl 2

    Fort Dodge, IA 50501

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    What is Dr. Chawla's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Chawla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700868080.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chawla?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chawla

    What is Dr. Atul Chawla's specialty?

    Dr. Chawla is a Interventional Cardiologist near Des Moines, IA. A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function. Contact Dr. Chawla to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Atul Chawla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chawla is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center, Ottumwa Regional Health Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Interventional Cardiologist?

    Explore Interventional Cardiologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Atul Chawla accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Atul Chawla is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Atul Chawla offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chawla's office at (515) 235-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Atul Chawla?

    Please contact Dr. Chawla's office at (515) 235-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Atul Chawla have?

    Dr. Atul Chawla is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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