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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kovacs, Cardiologist in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Richard Kovacs, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kovacs completed his residency at Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine; Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases. Dr. Kovacs is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kovacs’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kovacs’s office at (317) 962-0592.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kovacs?
Dr. Richard Kovacs, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Cardiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Kovacs empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Acute Coronary Syndromes, Electrocardiography, Non-Invasive Cardiology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Indianapolis/IN community, Dr. Kovacs is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Kovacs go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine; Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases
Medical School: University of Cincinnati Coll of Med, Cincinnati Oh
Is Dr. Kovacs board certified in Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Kovacs, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kovacs speak?
Dr. Kovacs and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kovacs treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Kovacs 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. Kovacs. 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:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Right Bundle Branch Block
- Slow Heart Rate
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- First-Degree Heart Block
- Premature Atrial Contractions
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Arrhythmia
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Flutter
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- RBBB
- Right Heart Block
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
- First-Degree AV Block
- Mild Heart Block
- PACs
- Atrial Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Atrial)
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- A-flutter
- Heart flutter
- Rapid atrial rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I4510: Unspecified right bundle-branch block
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
- I440: Atrioventricular block, first degree
- I491: Atrial premature depolarization
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
- I459: Conduction disorder, unspecified
- R002: Palpitations
- I4892: Unspecified atrial flutter
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Left Anterior Fascicular Block
- Left Bundle Branch Block
- Arrhythmia
- LAFB
- Left bundle branch block variant
- LBBB
- Heart conduction delay
ICD-10 Codes:
- I444: Left anterior fascicular block
- I447: Left bundle-branch block, unspecified
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Which procedures does Dr. Kovacs perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Kovacs may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kovacs' office.
Does Dr. Kovacs accept my insurance?
Dr. Kovacs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 962-0592 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kovacs accept in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Kovacs in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Indiana University Health
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kovacs' office located?
Dr. Richard Kovacs' Primary Practice
550 University Blvd Ste 1103
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 962-0592
What is Dr. Kovacs's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kovacs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447215777.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kovacs?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kovacs
What is Dr. Richard Kovacs's specialty?
Dr. Kovacs is a Cardiologist near Indianapolis, IN. 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. Contact Dr. Kovacs to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Kovacs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kovacs is affiliated with IU Health Methodist Hospital 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 Cardiologist?
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Is Richard Kovacs accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?
Yes, Dr. Richard Kovacs is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Kovacs offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kovacs's office at (317) 962-0592 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Kovacs?
Please contact Dr. Kovacs's office at (317) 962-0592 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Kovacs have?
Dr. Richard Kovacs is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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