Kamalakannan Desikan, MD, FACC
Kamalakannan Desikan, MD, FACC
Cardiology, Interventional Cardiology
Accepting New Patients
Video Visits Available
About Dr. Kamalakannan Desikan
I am an interventional cardiologist with advanced training in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease. My practice integrates interventional cardiology, nuclear cardiology, and echocardiography, supported by fellowship training and a strong research background teaching programs.
Clinical Interests
Atherosclerosis/Lipoprotein
Angiograms
Angioplasty
Cardiovascular Disease
Coronary Artery Disease
Heart Catheterization
Hypercholesterolemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Mitral Valve Disease
Angiograms
Angioplasty
Cardiovascular Disease
Coronary Artery Disease
Heart Catheterization
Hypercholesterolemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Mitral Valve Disease
Accepted Insurance Plans
- Aetna Choice POS / Open Choice
- Aetna HMO
- Aetna PPO
- Beech Street PPO
- Blue Choice POS
- Blue Choice PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Best Choice PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Select Choice PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Select Saver PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Select Temp PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Traditional / Par Plan
- Cardiovascular Care Providers
- Cigna Allegiance
- Cigna Allegiance Houston Methodist Employee Medical Plan
- Cigna Great West
- Cigna HMO
- Cigna POS
- Cigna PPO
- Evolutions HealthCare PPO
- First Health PPO
- Galaxy Health Network PPO
- HealthSmart PPO
- HMO Blue
- Humana HMO / EPO
- Humana Military TRICARE-South Region
- Humana POS & Preferred POS
- Independent Medical Systems PPO (IMS)
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Medicus International
- MultiPlan PPO
- National Preferred Provider Network PPO (NPPN)
- Provider Select PPO
- UnitedHealthcare PPO
- USA Managed Care PPO
- Wellpoint STAR+PLUS MCD
Insurance plans may change. Please verify your plan is accepted when scheduling an appointment.
Credentials
Board Certification
- Cardiovascular Disease | 2008
- Interventional Cardiology | 2009
- Internal Medicine | 2005
Medical School
- Madras Medical College - Chennai, India | 1997
Internship
- Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center - New York, NY
Fellowship
- St. John Hospital and Medical Center - Detroit, MI
Residency
- St. John Hospital and Medical Center - Detroit, MI
Affiliated Hospitals
- Houston Methodist West Hospital
Center Memberships
- Houston Methodist DeBakey Heart & Vascular Center
Languages
- English
Languages listed are spoken by doctor and/or office staff.
FAQ
Can I book an appointment with Dr. Kamalakannan Desikan?
Yes. Houston Methodist Physician Referral Services Center can help with your appointment request. For faster assistance, you may contact the physician's office directly to schedule an appointment or call 713.790.3333 for assistance in finding another doctor.
What insurance does Dr. Kamalakannan Desikan accept?
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Where is Dr. Kamalakannan Desikan office located?
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What languages does Dr. Kamalakannan Desikan speak?
Dr. Kamalakannan Desikan, or the office, speaks English.
What are Dr. Kamalakannan Desikan's specialties?
Dr. Kamalakannan Desikan is a specialist in Cardiology, Interventional Cardiology.