Appointments

There is more than one way to see Dr. Nanavati, and the right one depends on why you are coming and where you are.

Choosing How to Book

Booking online is the fastest route for most people. Request a time, tell us briefly why you want to be seen, and the office will call to confirm and to sort out any referral or authorization your plan requires.

Telehealth suits follow-up visits, reviewing test results, medication adjustments, and second opinions where the records tell most of the story. It does not suit a first evaluation of chest pain or a new murmur, because those need an examination and testing in person.

Concierge care is for patients who want direct access, longer appointments, and closer coordination of their cardiac care over time.

International patients need coordination a normal booking does not cover, including records review before you fly and scheduling that accounts for your trip.

Where You Will Be Seen

We see patients in Bonita and South San Diego, in North San Diego, and in Redding. Selected Saturdays are available in Redding by appointment. See our locations for addresses and directions.

Call (619) 585-0476 for the San Diego area or (530) 433-5427 for Redding. Office hours are Monday through Thursday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, and Friday, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.

Before You Book

Check two things first. Whether your plan requires a referral from your primary care physician, and whether the test you have been sent for needs prior authorization. Our insurance page explains both. Sorting them out in advance is what makes an appointment go smoothly.

What to Bring

Your insurance card, a photo ID, a current list of medications with doses, and any prior cardiac records you have. Old ECGs, echocardiograms, stress tests, and catheterization reports are genuinely valuable. A previous tracing can turn an ambiguous finding into a clear one. If you are unsure which visit type fits, call and describe the situation.

Urgent Symptoms

If you have chest pain, pressure, shortness of breath, fainting, or you think you may be having a heart attack, do not book an appointment. Call 911.