Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Padilla, Cardiologist in Rancho Mirage, CA?
Dr. Lester Padilla, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Rancho Mirage, CA. Dr. Padilla graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Padilla is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Padilla’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Padilla’s office at (760) 346-0642.
Where did Dr. Padilla go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | UC Irvine Medical Center
Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh | Ohio State University / College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Padilla speak?
Dr. Padilla and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Padilla typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Padilla 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. Padilla. 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.
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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
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
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Padilla typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Padilla 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. Padilla. 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.
Also known as:
- Continuous Pulse Oximetry
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Monitoring
- Oximetry Test
- Blood Oxygen Level Check
CPT Codes:
- 94761: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; multiple determinations (eg, during exercise)
Does Dr. Padilla accept my insurance?
Dr. Padilla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 346-0642 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Padilla accept in Rancho Mirage, CA?
Dr. Padilla in Rancho Mirage, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Inland Empire
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Padilla's office located?
What is Dr. Padilla's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Padilla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508826363.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Padilla?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Padilla
What is Dr. Lester Padilla's specialty?
Dr. Padilla is a Cardiologist near Rancho Mirage, CA.
What does a Cardiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Lester Padilla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Padilla is affiliated with Eisenhower Health Main Campus 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
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Is Lester Padilla accepting new patients in Rancho Mirage, CA?
Yes, Dr. Lester Padilla is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lester Padilla offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Padilla's office at (760) 346-0642 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lester Padilla?
Please contact Dr. Padilla's office at (760) 346-0642 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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