Summary

Dr. Matthews Chacko specializes in cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology, bringing 29 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Wales in Great Britain and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Chacko pursued advanced fellowship training at the Cleveland Clinic, first in cardiology in 2005 and then in interventional cardiology in 2007. He holds board certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Chacko communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Chacko practices at The Johns Hopkins Hospital and sees patients at Vanderbilt Heart in Nashville, Tennessee. He treats patients experiencing chest wall pain and heart failure. His expertise includes helping those with breathing problems related to cardiovascular conditions. Dr. Chacko performs diagnostic procedures such as chest X-rays and chest fluoroscopy to evaluate heart and lung health. He also provides therapeutic hypothermia treatment for patients requiring specialized cardiac care. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.6 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
  • 7 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Vanderbilt Heart

1215 21st Ave S Fl 5Nashville, TN 37232

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4.6 
29 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Polish Speaks Spanish, Polish, English Speaks Spanish, Polish
Nashville , TNNashville , TNNashville , TNNashville , TN
Med School: University of Wales in Great Britain
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. 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

Dr. Matthews Chacko has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Matthews Chacko has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • 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

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Internal Medicine

Internal medicine, 2005

American Board of Internal Medicine

Internal medicine, 2006

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Tennessee, 2027, Active
Medical Doctor, Kentucky, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Cleveland Clinic / Interventional Cardiology2007
Cleveland Clinic / Cardiology2005

Residency

Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD, Medicine, General Preventive
Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals2001

Medical School

University of Wales in Great BritainGraduated in 1997

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Matthews Chacko speak?
Dr. Matthews Chacko speaks English.
Where is Dr. Matthews Chacko's office located?
Dr. Matthews Chacko's office is located at 1215 21st Ave S Fl 5, Nashville, TN, 37232.
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Does Dr. Matthews Chacko accept my insurance?
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Does Dr. Matthews Chacko accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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