Summary

Interventional cardiology is the focus of Dr. Matthews Chacko's practice, where he treats coronary artery disease, coronary artery disease in women, and myocardial ischemia, and performs cardiac rehabilitation and therapeutic hypothermia. He practices cardiology and interventional cardiology and has 29 years of experience.

Dr. Chacko is board-certified in internal medicine through the American Board of Internal Medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Wales in Great Britain, completed his residency at Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals, and completed fellowships in cardiology and interventional cardiology at Cleveland Clinic. He is affiliated with The Johns Hopkins Hospital and sees patients in Nashville, Tennessee. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Chacko 4.64 out of 5.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 29 years of experience
  • 14 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Cleveland Clinic / Interventional Cardiology
  • 9 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Awards

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Office Location

Vanderbilt Heart

1215 21st Ave S Fl 5Nashville, TN 37232

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29 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 53 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Nashville , TNNashville , TNNashville , TNNashville , TN
Med School: University of Wales in Great Britain Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine Med School: Cardiff University School Of Medicine Med School: Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Matthews Chacko

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Matthews Chacko has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Matthews Chacko has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Cardiovascular Disease
  • Carotid Artery Diseases (CAD)
  • Coronary Angiography
  • Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Interventional Cardiology
  • Myocardial Infarction
  • Pericardiocentesis
  • Renal Artery Stenosis
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

Matthews Chacko holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of Tennessee and Kentucky. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine in 2005 and board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine in 2006.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Tennessee that expires in 2027 and an expired medical license in the state of Kentucky that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Cleveland Clinic / Interventional Cardiology in 2007 and Cleveland Clinic / Cardiology in 2005.

Residency

Completed their residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD, Medicine, General Preventive and Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals in 2001.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Wales in Great Britain in 1997.

NPI Number

Matthews Chacko's NPI number is 1497884647.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Matthews Chacko accepting new patients?
Matthews Chacko is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Matthews Chacko's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Which hospitals is Matthews Chacko affiliated with?
Matthews Chacko is affiliated with The Johns Hopkins Hospital.
How can I make an appointment with Matthews Chacko?
You can find contact information for Matthews Chacko here on Vitals.
Where is Matthews Chacko's office located?
Matthews Chacko's office is located at 1215 21st Ave S Fl 5, Nashville, TN, 37232.
Does Matthews Chacko accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Matthews Chacko accepts on their Vitals profile.

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