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Cardiologists in Nashville, TN

328 listed in Nashville, TN · Listings last verified October 2026 · How we vet listings

We list 328 cardiologists in the Nashville area, most of them in Nashville, Murfreesboro and Hendersonville. All are physicians (MD or DO), shown with the practice's phone number, address and Google rating where we could match one. 38 practices say they offer telehealth visits. Use the filters to narrow by city, telehealth, Medicare or Medicaid.

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Gregory G. Bashian, MD

Centennial Heart Cardiovascular Consultants

Cardiology

Practice rating 4.9 (903 Google reviews)

Address
2400 Patterson St Ste 502, Nashville 37203
Telehealth
Practice offers telehealth
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (615) 515-1900 Website Directions

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Guy B. Mioton, MD

Ascension Saint Thomas Heart Rutherford

Cardiology

Practice rating 4.8 (654 Google reviews)

Address
1840 Medical Center Pkwy Suite 201, Murfreesboro 37129
Telehealth
Not listed
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (615) 867-5028 Website Directions

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Hady T. Lichaa, MD

Ascension Saint Thomas Heart Rutherford

Cardiology

Practice rating 4.8 (654 Google reviews)

Address
1840 Medical Center Pkwy Ste 201, Murfreesboro 37129
Telehealth
Not listed
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (615) 867-5028 Website Directions

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Hammad A. Aziz, MD

Centennial Heart at Stonecrest

Cardiology

Practice rating 5.0 (165 Google reviews)

Address
300 Stonecrest Blvd Ste 410, Smyrna 37167
Telehealth
Practice offers telehealth
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (615) 220-6144 Website Directions

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James B. McPike II, MD

Ascension Saint Thomas Heart Rutherford

Cardiology

Practice rating 4.8 (654 Google reviews)

Address
1840 Medical Center Pkwy Ste 201, Murfreesboro 37129
Telehealth
Not listed
Medicare
Not listed
Medicaid
Not listed
Call (615) 867-5028 Website Directions

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In the Nashville area

Our Nashville listings cover Middle Tennessee: Davidson County, Rutherford County, Williamson County, Sumner County, Montgomery County, Wilson County, Maury County and Dickson County. That reaches Clarksville to the northwest and Columbia to the south.

Specialist care here runs mainly through a few large health systems: Vanderbilt Health, Ascension Saint Thomas and TriStar, which includes Centennial Heart. Mental Health Cooperative and Centerstone run community mental health centers across the region. Independent groups practice alongside them, such as Heritage Medical Associates for GI care and Midstate Pulmonary for lung care.

Most listings are in Nashville itself, in Davidson County. Murfreesboro, Franklin, Brentwood and Hendersonville have the next-largest groups. Many practices have offices in more than one suburb. If you live in Clarksville, Lebanon, Gallatin or Columbia, check for a local office before driving into the city.

Cardiology in the Nashville area runs mainly through Centennial Heart, part of TriStar, Ascension Saint Thomas Heart and Vanderbilt Health, plus groups such as Tennessee Heart and Vascular in Hendersonville. Saint Thomas Heart also has offices in Murfreesboro, Gallatin, Lebanon and Columbia, so you may not need to drive downtown.

Nearby: Chattanooga, TN · Jackson, TN · Knoxville, TN

How to choose a cardiologist

A cardiologist is a doctor who diagnoses and treats conditions of the heart and blood vessels, such as high blood pressure, coronary artery disease, heart failure, abnormal heart rhythms and valve problems. Most people see one after a referral from their primary care doctor, but many practices also accept self-referred patients.

Start with the kind of heart care you need. Cardiology has subspecialties, and the right fit depends on your condition:

  • General cardiologists handle most needs: chest pain workups, blood pressure that's hard to control, cholesterol, palpitations and follow-up after a heart event.
  • Interventional cardiologists perform procedures through the blood vessels, such as stents and angioplasty.
  • Electrophysiologists specialize in heart rhythm problems such as atrial fibrillation, and implant pacemakers and defibrillators.
  • Heart failure specialists manage advanced heart failure, including medication plans and devices.

If you're not sure, a general cardiologist is the right first stop. They'll refer you on if you need a subspecialist.

Check credentials. Board certification in cardiovascular disease shows a doctor has completed specialty training and passed a certification exam. You can look up any doctor's certification for free on the American Board of Internal Medicine website [1]. Our listings show the credentials doctors report in the federal NPI registry, but we don't verify board certification.

Confirm insurance before you book. Practices change the plans they accept, so call the office or check your insurer's directory. If you have an HMO plan, you'll usually need a referral from your primary care doctor first. Medicare Part B covers medically necessary specialist visits; you typically pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount after your deductible [3].

Think about location and hospital ties. Many cardiologists work in groups linked to a hospital system. If you may need tests or a procedure, a practice tied to a nearby hospital can keep your care in one place. Ask where they do stress tests, echocardiograms and catheterizations.

Ask about wait times and telehealth. New-patient waits for cardiology can run weeks. Ask whether there's a cancellation list, and whether follow-up visits can be done by video.

Know when not to wait. Chest pain, pressure or discomfort, shortness of breath, pain spreading to the arm, jaw or back, or sudden weakness or trouble speaking need emergency care, not an appointment. Call 911 [2].

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a referral to see a cardiologist?

It depends on your insurance. Most HMO plans require a referral from your primary care doctor before they'll cover a specialist visit. PPO plans and traditional Medicare usually don't. Even without a requirement, some cardiology practices ask for a referral or your recent test results, so call ahead and ask what to bring.

What happens at a first cardiology appointment?

Expect a review of your symptoms, medical history, family history and medications, a physical exam, and often an electrocardiogram (ECG). The cardiologist may order more tests, such as an echocardiogram, a stress test or a heart monitor you wear at home. Bring a list of your medications and any recent lab or test results.

What's the difference between a cardiologist and a cardiac surgeon?

A cardiologist diagnoses and treats heart conditions with tests, medication and procedures done through the blood vessels, such as stents. A cardiac surgeon performs open operations, such as bypass surgery or valve replacement. Most people start with a cardiologist, who refers them to a surgeon only if surgery is needed.

Does Medicare cover cardiologist visits?

Yes. Medicare Part B covers medically necessary visits to specialists, including cardiologists, as long as the doctor accepts Medicare. You typically pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount after the Part B deductible. Medicare Advantage plans cover the same visits but may require referrals and in-network doctors.

How do I know if a cardiologist is board certified?

Look the doctor up on the American Board of Internal Medicine's free "Verify a Physician" tool, which shows whether they're certified in cardiovascular disease and its subspecialties. Our listings show the credentials doctors report to the NPI registry, but we don't verify certification ourselves.

Sources

  1. American Board of Internal Medicine — Verify a physician's certification
  2. American Heart Association — Heart attack and stroke symptoms
  3. Medicare.gov — Doctor & other health care provider services (Part B)