Summary

Interventional cardiology is the focus of Dr. Ratnakar Pernenkil's practice. He treats hypertension and hypertensive emergency and performs contrast echocardiography and transthoracic echocardiograms, and has practiced cardiology and internal medicine for 46 years. He is affiliated with Slidell Memorial Hospital.

Dr. Pernenkil completed his residency at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and sees patients in Slidell and Lacombe, Louisiana. He speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Pernenkil 4.38 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 46 years of experience
  • 7 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
  • 6 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Ratnakar Pernenkil has 6 locations

Cardiology Institute Inc

1051 Gause Blvd Ste 320Slidell, LA 70458
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Slidell Memorial Hospital Cardiac And Pulmonary Rehabilitation

1051 Gause Blvd Fl 1Slidell, LA 70458
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Cardiology Institute Inc

64040 Highway 434 Ste 105Lacombe, LA 70445
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Dr. Ratnakar Pernenkil

100 Medical Center DrSlidell, LA 70461

Slidell Memorial Hospital

1001 Gause BlvdSlidell, LA 70458

Heart And Vascular Clinic

64040 Highway 434 Ste 101Lacombe, LA 70445
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Slidell , LAHattiesburg , MSCovington , LAMetairie , LA
Med School: Rangaraya Medical College Med School: Tulane University School Of Medicine Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans Med School: New York Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ratnakar Pernenkil

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ratnakar Pernenkil has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ratnakar Pernenkil has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Internal Medicine
  • Interventional Cardiology
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign.

Medical School

Graduated from Rangaraya Medical College in 1980.

NPI Number

Dr. Pernenkil's NPI number is 1386647782.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Ratnakar Pernenkil affiliated with?
Dr. Ratnakar Pernenkil is affiliated with Slidell Memorial Hospital.
Does Dr. Ratnakar Pernenkil accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Ratnakar Pernenkil accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Ratnakar Pernenkil accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Ratnakar Pernenkil has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ratnakar Pernenkil?
You can find contact information for Dr. Ratnakar Pernenkil here on Vitals.
What languages does Dr. Ratnakar Pernenkil speak?
Dr. Ratnakar Pernenkil speaks English and Spanish.

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