27 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ledford, Interventional Cardiologist in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Calvin Ledford, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Ledford graduated from University of South Carolina School of Medicine and completed his residency at Wm Beaumont Hosp, Interventional Cardiology. Dr. Ledford is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ledford’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ledford’s office.
Where did Dr. Ledford go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wm Beaumont Hosp, Interventional Cardiology
Medical School: University of South Carolina School of Medicine
Is Dr. Ledford board certified as an Interventional Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Calvin Ledford, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ledford speak?
Dr. Ledford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Ledford typically treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Ledford 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. Ledford. 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 here.
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:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Ledford typically perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Ledford performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Ledford. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Minimally Invasive Mitral Valve Repair
- Transcatheter Mitral Valve Replacement (TMVR)
- Percutaneous Mitral Valve Repair
- Mitral Valve Clip Procedure
- Heart Valve Repair without Open Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33418: Transcatheter mitral valve repair, percutaneous approach, including transseptal puncture when performed; initial prosthesis
Also known as:
- Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump Insertion
- IABP Placement
- Percutaneous Balloon Pump
- Heart Assist Device Placement
CPT Codes:
- 33967: Insertion of intra-aortic balloon assist device, percutaneous
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Lithotripsy
- Heart artery shockwave therapy
- Intravascular lithotripsy (IVL)
- Percutaneous coronary lithotripsy
- Coronary artery calcification treatment
CPT Codes:
- 92972: Percutaneous transluminal coronary lithotripsy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Ledford accept my insurance?
Dr. Ledford 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. Ledford accept in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Ledford in Chattanooga, TN 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 Tennessee
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ledford's office located?
What is Dr. Ledford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ledford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033180971.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ledford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ledford
What is Dr. Calvin Ledford's specialty?
Dr. Ledford is a Interventional Cardiologist near Chattanooga, TN.
What does an Interventional Cardiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Calvin Ledford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ledford is affiliated with Commonspirit - Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga, Commonspirit - Memorial Hospital - Hixson, Parkridge Medical Center, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Hamilton Medical 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
When to see an Interventional Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Calvin Ledford accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?
Yes, Dr. Calvin Ledford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Calvin Ledford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ledford's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Calvin Ledford?
Please contact Dr. Ledford's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Calvin Ledford have?
Dr. Calvin Ledford is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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