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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Karsan, Interventional Cardiologist in Alexandria, LA?
Dr. Arun Karsan, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Alexandria, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Karsan completed his residency at Metrohealth Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Metrohealth Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Karsan is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karsan’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karsan’s office at (318) 442-7867.
Where did Dr. Karsan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Metrohealth Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Metrohealth Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Metrohealth Med Center
Medical School: J N M C Med Coll, Karnataka University, Belgaum, Karnataka, India | Karnataka University / Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College
What languages does Dr. Karsan speak?
Dr. Karsan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Karsan treat?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Karsan 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. Karsan. 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:
- 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
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
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
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Types of Angina
- Angina
- Atypical Angina
- Unstable Angina
ICD-10 Codes:
- I208: Other forms of angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
What procedures does Dr. Karsan perform?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Karsan 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. Karsan. 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:
- Vein Closure with Chemical Adhesive
- Radiofrequency Vein Ablation
- Endovenous Chemical Ablation
- Varicose Vein Glue Treatment
- Cyanoacrylate Vein Ablation
- VenaSeal Procedure
- Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation
- RF Ablation for Varicose Veins
- Vein Closure Procedure
- Varicose Vein Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36482: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, by transcatheter delivery of a chemical adhesive (eg, cyanoacrylate) remote from the access site, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous; first vein treated
- 36475: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, radiofrequency; first vein treated
Also known as:
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
- IVUS (Non-Coronary)
- Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Artery Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 37252: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; initial noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Karsan accept my insurance?
Dr. Karsan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 442-7867 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karsan accept in Alexandria, LA?
Dr. Karsan in Alexandria, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Karsan's office located?
What is Dr. Karsan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karsan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023089448.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karsan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karsan
What is Dr. Arun Karsan's specialty?
Dr. Karsan is a Interventional Cardiologist near Alexandria, LA. 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. Karsan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Arun Karsan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karsan is affiliated with Rapides Regional Medical Center, Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center, CHRISTUS Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital 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 Arun Karsan accepting new patients in Alexandria, LA?
Yes, Dr. Arun Karsan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Arun Karsan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karsan's office at (318) 442-7867 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Arun Karsan?
Please contact Dr. Karsan's office at (318) 442-7867 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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