Overview
Dr. Prasad Palakurthy, MD is a Cardiologist (Heart Specialist), who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Palakurthy graduated from Osmania Medical College and completed his residency at Sinai-Grace Hosp/Sinai Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases. Dr. Palakurthy is fluent in English and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palakurthy’s practice accepts Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), Bravo Health, Cigna, Humana Health, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palakurthy’s office at (515) 263-2400.Medical Specialties and Areas of Expertise
Cardiologist (Heart Specialist)
Education & Training
Sinai-Grace Hosp/Sinai Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases (Residency)
SCS/MSUCOM/Sinai Grace Hospital Program (Residency)
Other Degree - Osmania Med Coll- Univ Hlth Sci- Vijayawada- Hyderabad- Ap- India
Medical Degree - Osmania Medical College
Board Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine
Medical Conditions Treated
conditions treated by a Cardiologist (Heart Specialist), like Dr. Prasad Palakurthy, may include:
Arrhythmia, Atherosclerosis, Atrial Fibrillation, Carotid Stenosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Endocarditis, Heart Attack, Heart Disease, Heart Failure, Myocarditis, Pericarditis, Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia and Pulmonary Embolism
Please contact Dr. Palakurthy's office for more information or to schedule a consultation.
Medical Procedures Performed
procedures performed by a Cardiologist (Heart Specialist), like Dr. Prasad Palakurthy, may include:
Cardiology Consultation, Cardiovascular Screening Visit, Carotid Doppler, Echocardiogram, ECG / EKG, Holter Monitor, Nuclear Stress Test, Treadmill Stress Test, Cholesterol / Lipids Checkup, Stent Consultation, Coronary Angiography, Bypass Surgery Consultation - CABG, Minimally Invasive Bypass Consultation - OPCAB, Heart Valve Surgery Consultation, Heart Malformation Surgery Consultation, Chest Wall Surgery Consultation, Diaphragm Surgery Consultation, Heart Transplant Consultation, Heart Strengthening / Recovery, Cardiology Follow Up, Stent Follow Up, Bypass Surgery Follow Up - CABG, Minimally Invasive Bypass Follow Up - OPCAB, Heart Valve Surgery Follow Up, Heart Malformation Surgery Follow Up, Heart Transplant Follow Up, Thoracic Surgery, Chest Wall Surgery Follow Up, Right Heart Catheterization, Diaphragm Surgery Follow Up, Anticoagulation Management, Fetal Heart Monitoring, Arterial Doppler, Heart Failure / Transplant Consultation, Heart Failure / Transplant Follow Up, Heart Transplant, Lung Surgery Follow Up, Pediatric Heart Transplant Consultation, Pediatric Heart Transplant Follow Up, Cardiac Biopsy, Cardiac MRI, Cardiac PET Scan, Cardiology Emergency, Heart Health Consultation, Cardiothoracic Surgery Consultation, Cardiac Testing, Cardiac Rehabilitation, Mechanical Circulatory Support, Esophagectomy, Esophageal Surgery Consultation, Congenital Heart Disease Screening Visit, Exercise Stress Test, Bicuspid Aortic Valve Repair, Ventricle Repair, Tricuspid Atresia Repair, Ventricular Septal Defect Repair, Congenital Cardiac Surgery Follow Up, Congenital Cardiac Surgery Consultation, Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair, Aortic Stenosis Repair, Aortopulmonary Window Repair, Marfan Syndrome Repair, Balloon Septostomy, Cardiac Cath Pre-Procedure, Mitral Regurgitation Evaluation, Left Atrian Appendage Closure, Congenital Heart Defect Correction, Thoracic Anesthesia, Transesophageal Echocardiography, Cardiac Pre-Surgery Clearance, Cavitation, Mediastinoscopy, Thoracoscopic Sympathectomy, Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement, Mitral Valve Repair / Replacement, Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography, Port-A-Cath Insertion and Removal, Nissen Fundoplication, Robotic Thoracic Surgery, PTCA Follow Up, Cardiac Catheterization Second Opinion, Cardiology Second Opinion, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), Tricuspid Valve Repair / Replacement, Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG) Surgery, Pericardiocentesis, Implantable Cardiac Monitor (ICM) and Cardiovascular Surgery Consultation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Palakurthy's office.
Insurances
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
Bravo Health
Cigna
Humana Health
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Locations
Practice At 1301 Penn Avenue Suite 100
1301 Penn Avenue
Suite 100
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 263-2400
Practice At 1301 Penn Ave Suite 100
1301 Penn Ave
Suite 100
Des Moines, IA 50316
(515) 263-2400
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Prasad Palakurthy accepting new patients?
Yes, Dr. Prasad Palakurthy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Prasad Palakurthy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Palakurthy's office at (515) 263-2400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
Does Dr. Prasad Palakurthy offer telehealth appointments?
Please contact Dr. Palakurthy's office at (515) 263-2400 for information telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which language(s) does Dr. Prasad Palakurthy speak?
Dr. Prasad Palakurthy speaks English.
Which board certifications does Dr. Prasad Palakurthy have?
Dr. Prasad Palakurthy is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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