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Dr. Darshak Karia, MD

Dr. Darshak Karia, MD

Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Cardiologist

Atlanta, GA

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Karia, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Darshak Karia, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Karia completed his residency at Univ Of Mn Med Sch, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Of Ct Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine; Mcp Hahnemann Univ, Internal Medicine. Dr. Karia is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karia’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karia’s office at (706) 774-7855.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Mn Med Sch, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Of Ct Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine; Mcp Hahnemann Univ, Internal Medicine

    Is Dr. Karia board certified as an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Darshak Karia, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Karia speak?

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

    • English
    • Hindi

    What conditions does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Karia typically treat?

    As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Karia 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. Karia. 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:

    • Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic Combined Systolic and Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFrEF
    • Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
    • Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFpEF
    • Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
    • Long-term Mixed Heart Failure
    • Chronic Biventricular Heart Failure
    • Ongoing Systolic and Diastolic Dysfunction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5042: Chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Having a Heart Assist Device
    • Ventricular assist device (VAD)
    • Artificial heart pump
    • Cardiac support device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z95811: Presence of heart assist device

    Also known as:

    • Implantable Defibrillator Management
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • AICD Management
    • Defibrillator Adjustment
    • ICD Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4502: Encounter for adjustment and management of automatic implantable cardiac defibrillator

    Also known as:

    • Other Heart Device Management
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Implantable Defibrillator Management
    • Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Device Care
    • Other Implanted Heart Device Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4509: Encounter for adjustment and management of other cardiac device

    What procedures does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Karia typically perform?

    As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Karia 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. Karia. 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:

    • Wireless Pulmonary Artery Pressure Sensor Implantation
    • Pulmonary artery pressure monitor implant
    • Heart pressure sensor placement
    • PA pressure sensor implantation
    • Cardiovascular monitoring device

    CPT Codes:

    • 33289: Transcatheter implantation of wireless pulmonary artery pressure sensor for long-term hemodynamic monitoring, including deployment and calibration of the sensor, right heart catheterization, selective pulmonary catheterization, radiological supervision and interpretation, and pulmonary artery angiography, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Blood Transfusion
    • Blood Transfusion and Donation
    • Blood product transfusion
    • Red blood cell transfusion
    • Plasma transfusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components

    Also known as:

    • Continuous Nebulizer Treatment for Breathing Problems
    • Aerosol Inhalation Therapy
    • Breathing Treatment for Airway Obstruction
    • Continuous Nebulizer

    CPT Codes:

    • 94644: Continuous inhalation treatment with aerosol medication for acute airway obstruction; first hour

    Does Dr. Karia accept my insurance?

    Dr. Karia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 774-7855 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Karia accept in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Karia in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Georgia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Karia's office located?

    Dr. Darshak Karia's Primary Practice

    95 Collier Rd NW Ste 2055

    Atlanta, GA 30309

    (706) 774-7855

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

    Dr. Karia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033170097.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karia?

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

    What is Dr. Darshak Karia's specialty?

    Dr. Karia is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Atlanta, GA.

    What does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist do?

    Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure.

    Is Dr. Darshak Karia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Karia is affiliated with Integris Health Baptist 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

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    Is Dr. Darshak Karia accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Darshak Karia is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Darshak Karia offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Karia's office at (706) 774-7855 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Darshak Karia?

    Please contact Dr. Karia's office at (706) 774-7855 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Karia's office located?

    Dr. Karia's office is located in Atlanta, GA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Darshak Karia have?

    Dr. Darshak Karia is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.