DJ Lakkireddy
@DJ_Lakkireddy
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Executive Medical Director, Kansas City Heart Rhythm Institute (kCHRI) Heart Rhythm Doc. All things open mind🙏🏼
Kansas, USA
Joined May 2016
Excited to share this new publication: Cost-effective CRT using dual-chamber generators in patients without atrial pacing need. @JICE_EP @krishpothineni @DJ_Lakkireddy @djdardenMD @rajeshkabramd @KCHeartRhythmIn
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Journal of Interventional Cardiac Electrophysiology - Cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) improves outcomes in patients with reduced left ventricular ejection fraction, but device cost limits...
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An amazing session on Managing Arrhythmias in Special Population #AHA2025 @Dr_Mike_Fradley @kristin_sandau @Ron_Witteles @avolgman
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Insurance interference in electrophysiology: Reclaiming control for timely cardiac care - Heart Rhythm - A very timely review of Insurance related barriers to deliver equitable and guideline directed EP patient care @HeartRhythmAdvo @HRSonline
heartrhythmjournal.com
Prior authorization (PA)—originally intended to curb unindicated treatments—has become a pervasive hurdle that often delays or denies timely care. Third-party (TP) insurance companies have weaponized...
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All #EPeeps Please strongly consider registering for this event. 💪🏽We need to organize and advocate for us & our patients 📆⏱️Nite the date and time - 11/18/25 at 7 PM EST ( 6 PM CST, 4 PM PST) 🙋♀️🙋🏽♂️ Please DM any questions to me or @rajeshkabramd
Hear from HRS and HRA leaders at our upcoming town hall on Nov 18, 2025 about the Evolving EP Practice Landscape with discussion including: 📌 An introduction to HRA 📌 The importance of advocacy in the EP community 📌 Final rulings from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid for
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👏 Congrats to Dr. Rajesh Kabra, elected as the next KSACC Governor! He begins as Governor-Elect in March 2026 and will succeed Dr. Rakesh Gopinathannair in 2027. Thanks also to Drs. Madhu Reddy & Ravi Yarlagadda for their service. #KSACC #CardiologyLeadership #HeartHealth
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The practice of electrophysiology is changing—and advocacy will shape its future. Join HRS and Heart Rhythm Advocates for a town hall discussion on the Evolving EP Practice Landscape, featuring: 🔹 Insights from leaders in the field 🔹 Key updates from CMS OPPS 2026 rulings 🔹
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How Fair is Fair Market Value in Cardiac Electrophysiology? Take a read. Congrats to @HeartRhythmAdvo and @HRSonline on their publication. CMS has never told hospitals that compensation must fall within survey ranges. Surveys can be a data point, but CMS warns against
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NOTHING TO SEE HERE, GUYS - possible +300% soon ! Just a random microcap, NextNRG ($NXXT), casually mentioned by Forbes in the same breath as Amazon ($AMZN) and Kroger ($KR). According to Forbes, NextNRG (NXXT) already provides fueling services and trucking support for Amazon
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#EPeeps 🤔Are you interested in learning more on how, what & why you can/ should be involved in this and other EP Advocacy efforts? ➡️Please register for the upcoming HRA Townhall on Nov. 18 (7 PM EST) https://t.co/jGt5ZQCQh0
Take Action: Contact Congress about the "efficiency" adjustment that impacts EP patients Congress is considering legislation that would: ✅ Delay these cuts beyond January 1 ✅ Require a one-time, evidence-based study to determine whether the “efficiency” assumptions are valid
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UpBeat TV now features patient-friendly videos on AFib treatment strategies, including rhythm control, stroke prevention, and shared decision-making. These short, evidence-based videos are ideal for enhancing patient understanding and supporting conversations during clinical
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⚠️ Last call to register! 🗓️ Oct 5–7 | 📍 D.C. 🗳️ ACC Legislative Conference = your seat at the policy table ✅ Learn advocacy ✅ Meet lawmakers ✅ Protect heart health 🔗 https://t.co/lpmdTIpVnO
#MOACC #ACC25 #Cardiology #CVLeadership #HeartHealth #Advocacy
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In HCM + AF, PFA > thermal ablation: ✅ More arrhythmia-free survival ✅ Shorter procedures ✅ Less HF risk Read in #JACCCEP: https://t.co/xKXionzRyV
#cvHCM #AFib #epAblation
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Congratulations to Dr. Frank Marchlinski for the EP Pioneer Award @KchrsOfficial . How incredibly deserving to a true leader, mentor, and teacher in the field of EP. @DJ_Lakkireddy #KCHRS2025
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@rajeshkabramd @KchrsOfficial @DJ_Lakkireddy @drrakeshg1 @Drdevignair @HRSonline @KennethEllenbo1 @EP_mom1 Congrats to Dr. Michael Gold on the EP Pioneer Award! Well-deserved recognition for his amazing contributions to the field
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Kick off your #HRS2025 experience by attending the Opening Plenary on Friday, April 25, at 8:30 AM. Hear from a stellar lineup of speakers, including special local guests, HRS leadership, and keynote speaker @DrCaliff_FDA, former Commissioner of the FDA. Read Bio ➡️
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invite you all to an exciting webinar on what’s new on oral anti coagulation https://t.co/1nb14Bysjm this evening @natale_md @AndreaRussoEP @miguelleal @JonPicciniSr @EP_mom1 @EPrystowskyonEP
@HRSonline @KansasACC @ACCinTouch @LuigiDiBiaseMD @TJaredBunch
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True legend in the field - Hid legacy will live on through many who he influenced through his work @HRSonline @KennethEllenbo1 @EP_mom1 @SanaAlkhatib9 @AndreaRussoEP @natale_md @AndrewKrahnMD @atulverma_md @DrJasonAndrade @JanssenUS @pfizer @ACCinTouch @KcHeartrhythm
Our condolences are with the family, friends, and colleagues of professor emeritus Stuart Connolly, who passed away on June 2. He founded the cardiac arrhythmia service and served two terms as cardiology division director. Read more about his legacy:
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@srissundaram @HRSonline @deering_f @DJ_Lakkireddy @sgreenbergmd Business of EP sessions were great!! This topic is so important for us now more than ever to have a better understanding of the landscape - and how we as #EPeeps can change it!! #HRS2024
@HRSonline @hrs_journal @HeartRhythmTV
@HRS_O2Journal
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@HRSonline @DJ_Lakkireddy Love this video and the backdrop!
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Given all the changes that have transpired over the last few years, it is imperative that we all begin to focus on these issues to protect our field. Hope everybody can make it at #HRS2024 @HRSonline @DJ_Lakkireddy
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