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Dr. Minoo Kavarana, MD

Charleston, SC

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kavarana, Thoracic Surgeon in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Minoo Kavarana, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Kavarana graduated from C.U. Shah Medical College and completed his residency at Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Thoracic Surgery; Ny Medical College, General Surgery. Dr. Kavarana is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kavarana’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kavarana’s office at (843) 792-1414.

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

    • Residency: Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Thoracic Surgery; Ny Medical College, General Surgery | University of Louisville School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: M P Shah Med Coll, Saurashtra University, Jamnagar, Gujarat, India | C.U. Shah Medical College

    Is Dr. Kavarana board certified in Thoracic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Minoo Kavarana, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Kavarana speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    What conditions does Dr. Kavarana treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Kavarana 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. Kavarana. 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:

    • Patent Ductus Arteriosus
    • Narrowing of Pulmonary Artery
    • Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
    • Tetralogy of Fallot
    • Double Outlet Right Ventricle
    • Ventricular Septal Defect
    • Narrowing of the Aorta
    • Hole in the Heart (Atrial Septal Defect)
    • Discordant Ventriculoarterial Connection
    • Abnormal Coronary Arteries
    • Atrioventricular Septal Defect
    • Patent Foramen Ovale
    • Congenital Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Complete Atrioventricular Septal Defect
    • Narrowing Below Aortic Valve at Birth
    • Other Congenital Heart Defects
    • Congenital Heart Defects
    • Critical congenital heart disease
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • PDA
    • Open Ductus Arteriosus
    • Heart Connection Problem in Newborns
    • Pulmonary Artery Stenosis
    • HLHS
    • Underdeveloped Left Heart
    • Complex Congenital Heart Disease
    • TOF
    • Blue Baby Syndrome
    • Complex Heart Defect
    • DORV
    • Congenital Heart Anomaly
    • VSD
    • Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
    • Aortic Coarctation
    • CoA
    • Pinched Aorta
    • ASD
    • Atrial Septal Defect
    • Hole between Upper Heart Chambers
    • Transposition of the Great Arteries
    • Heart Artery Misconnection
    • Coronary Artery Malformation
    • Congenital Coronary Artery Anomaly
    • Birth Defect of Heart Arteries
    • AVSD
    • Endocardial Cushion Defect
    • Complete AV Canal Defect
    • PFO
    • Open Foramen Ovale
    • Hole in Heart (PFO)
    • Narrowed Aortic Valve at Birth
    • Aortic Valve Narrowing
    • Heart Valve Birth Defect
    • Complete AVSD
    • Full Endocardial Cushion Defect
    • Large Hole in Heart
    • Subaortic Stenosis
    • Congenital Subvalvular Aortic Stenosis
    • Aortic Outflow Obstruction
    • Other Birth Defects of the Heart
    • Unspecified Heart Malformation at Birth
    • Various Heart Anomalies

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q250: Patent ductus arteriosus
    • Q256: Stenosis of pulmonary artery
    • Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
    • Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
    • Q201: Double outlet right ventricle
    • Q210: Ventricular septal defect
    • Q251: Coarctation of aorta
    • Q2110: Atrial septal defect, unspecified
    • Q203: Discordant ventriculoarterial connection
    • Q245: Malformation of coronary vessels
    • Q2120: Atrioventricular septal defect, unspecified as to partial or complete
    • Q2112: Patent foramen ovale
    • Q230: Congenital stenosis of aortic valve
    • Q2123: Complete atrioventricular septal defect
    • Q244: Congenital subaortic stenosis
    • Q248: Other specified congenital malformations of heart

    Also known as:

    • Planned Wound Closure After Surgery
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Delayed wound closure
    • Secondary wound closure
    • Post-op wound repair

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z481: Encounter for planned postprocedural wound closure

    Also known as:

    • Other Health Condition
    • Unspecified Health Issue
    • General Health Concern
    • Other Medical Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z789: Other specified health status

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Failure After Surgery
    • Kidney Failure
    • Postoperative Kidney Failure
    • Acute Kidney Injury After Procedure
    • Renal Failure Post-Surgery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N990: Postprocedural (acute) (chronic) kidney failure

    Also known as:

    • Dilated Cardiomyopathy
    • Cardiomyopathy
    • Familial dilated cardiomyopathy
    • X-linked dilated cardiomyopathy
    • Enlarged heart muscle
    • DCM

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I420: Dilated cardiomyopathy

    Does Dr. Kavarana accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kavarana accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 792-1414 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kavarana accept in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Kavarana in Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Molina

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kavarana's office located?

    Dr. Minoo Kavarana's Primary Practice

    171 Ashley Ave

    Charleston, SC 29425

    (843) 792-1414

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    2nd Floor

    29 Bee St

    Charleston, SC 29425

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    Suite B 11

    2810 Ashley Phosphate Rd

    Charleston, SC 29418

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

    Dr. Kavarana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992779128.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kavarana?

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

    What is Dr. Minoo Kavarana's specialty?

    Dr. Kavarana is a Thoracic Surgeon near Charleston, SC. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Kavarana to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Minoo Kavarana affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kavarana is affiliated with MUSC Health University Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Thoracic Surgeon?

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    Is Minoo Kavarana accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Minoo Kavarana is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Minoo Kavarana offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kavarana's office at (843) 792-1414 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Minoo Kavarana?

    Please contact Dr. Kavarana's office at (843) 792-1414 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Minoo Kavarana have?

    Dr. Minoo Kavarana is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.

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