Dr. William N. Evans, MD is a pediatric cardiologist in Las Vegas, NV specializing in pediatric cardiology. He graduated from University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine in 1976 and has 50 years of experience. Dr. William N. Evans, MD is affiliated with Sunrise Hospital & Medical Center, Sunrise Health and WILLIAM NEAL EVANS MD LTD.
Sunrise Hospital & Medical Center
Heart Problems
The heart is one of the most important organs in the body. This smooth muscle expands and contracts rhythmically an entire lifetime, pumping blood to the lungs and then to every other cell in the body. When heart problems occur, it becomes difficult for the body to get the nutrients and oxygen it needs via the blood. So while there are a variety of illnesses and disorders that affect the heart, most of them cause weakness, exhaustion and shortness of breath. The most common heart conditions include heart disease, angina, arrhythmia, and valve disorders.
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. This includes coronary artery disease, heart attacks, congestive heart failure, and congenital heart disease. Some conditions, such as genetics, cannot be controlled. But there are many other things one can do to lower their risk for heart disease. Controlling high blood pressure and cholesterol levels, reducing or stopping smoking, exercising more and losing weight if needed, and eating a diet low in sodium can all protect the heart.
Angina is a squeezing type of chest pain that happens when the muscles around the heart don't get enough oxygen. It can be regular or infrequent. Usually, angina is caused by coronary heart disease. However, not all chest pain is angina. Chest pain can also be caused by a lung infection or panic attack, for example, so it is important to have any sudden pain checked.
Arrhythmia is the word for when the heart beats too fast, too slow, or irregularly with skipped beats. It can feel frightening, and depending on the type it can be dangerous, but in most cases arrhythmia is not serious and can be treated. It is very common, especially in older adults.
Heart valve problems can happen in any one of the the heart's four valves that keep blood flowing where it needs to go. Babies can be born with problems in their heart valves, or valves can be damaged by infections. The valves can stiffen and become less mobile, or they can stop closing properly and 'leak' when the heart beats. Valve problems can usually be repaired surgically.
Lung Issues
Every cell in the body requires oxygen to function and produces carbon dioxide as a waste product. In order to keep the body's tissues constantly supplied with fresh oxygen and to keep waste from building up, the lungs pump air in and out, even while sleeping or unaware. Unfortunately, diseases and disorders affecting the lungs are some of the most common medical problems afflicting people around the world. Some of the most common lung problems include asthma, COPD, pneumonia, and lung cancer.
Asthma is a chronic disease where swollen, inflamed airways make it hard to breathe. It is often brought on by specific triggers. While asthma is a common condition, affecting millions of people, it can also be serious and even fatal in severe cases. Treatment involves avoiding triggers and using inhaled corticosteroid medications.
COPD, or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, is the name given to two illnesses that both cause difficulty breathing: emphysema and chronic bronchitis. In emphysema, the air sacs of the lungs become damaged, while with bronchitis they become clogged with mucus. COPD is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States. It is almost always caused by breathing irritants into the lungs, such as smoking or heavy pollution.
Pneumonia is a lung infection that can be caused by bacteria, a virus, or fungi. Most healthy people recover from pneumonia in a week or two, but for some people pneumonia can be fatal. There are treatments available for pneumonia, but the best treatment is to prevent getting sick in the first place. People who are at risk should make sure they get a flu shot every year. There is also a vaccine available for the type of bacteria that causes pneumonia.
Lung cancer occurs when abnormal cells inside the lung grow into a tumor, destroying healthy tissue. Because it is so difficult to detect lung cancer in early stages when it has few symptoms, it is the deadliest form of cancer, responsible for the most cancer deaths both in the U.S. and worldwide. Most lung cancer is caused by exposure to tobacco smoke, but between 10-15% of cases are not linked to smoking.
Some problems with the lungs are minor and are not cause for concern. However if symptoms have lasted for a month or more, even if they are minor, it is worth checking with a healthcare professional. A cough, shortness of breath, or excess mucus production that lingers for weeks are all worth getting looked at.
Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.
In 2023, among providers in related specialties within Nevada, Dr. William N. Evans, MD performed more transthoracic echocardiography (TTE) procedures for Medicare patients than 95% of them and he also had a list price for cardiac imaging, echocardiogram (echo), and transthoracic echocardiography (TTE) that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 95% of them. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.
The top procedures that Dr. William N. Evans, MD treated as a pediatric cardiologist in Las Vegas, NV during 2012 were ultrasound (sonogram) and cardiac procedures.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. William N. Evans, MD for Medicare patients.
| cardiac procedures | 19 |
|---|---|
| doctor visit | 22 |
| ultrasound (sonogram) | 19 |
The top procedures that Dr. William N. Evans, MD treated as a pediatric cardiologist in Las Vegas, NV during 2013 were ultrasound (sonogram) and cardiac procedures.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. William N. Evans, MD for Medicare patients.
| cardiac procedures | 22 |
|---|---|
| doctor visit | 26 |
| ultrasound (sonogram) | 22 |
Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. William N. Evans, MD.
| From 65 to 74 | |
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| From 75 to 84 | |
| 85 and over | |
| Less than 65 |
The top procedures that Dr. William N. Evans, MD treated as a pediatric cardiologist in Las Vegas, NV during 2014 were ultrasound (sonogram) and cardiac procedures.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. William N. Evans, MD for Medicare patients.
| cardiac procedures | 18 |
|---|---|
| ultrasound (sonogram) | 18 |
The top procedures that Dr. William N. Evans, MD treated as a pediatric cardiologist in Las Vegas, NV during 2015 were ultrasound (sonogram) and cardiac procedures.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. William N. Evans, MD for Medicare patients.
| cardiac procedures | 25 |
|---|---|
| doctor visit | 36 |
| ultrasound (sonogram) | 25 |
The top procedures that Dr. William N. Evans, MD treated as a pediatric cardiologist in Las Vegas, NV during 2016 were ultrasound (sonogram) and cardiac procedures.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. William N. Evans, MD for Medicare patients.
| cardiac procedures | 26 |
|---|---|
| doctor visit | 37 |
| ultrasound (sonogram) | 26 |
The top procedures that Dr. William N. Evans, MD treated as a pediatric cardiologist in Las Vegas, NV during 2017 were ultrasound (sonogram) and cardiac procedures.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. William N. Evans, MD for Medicare patients.
| cardiac procedures | 20 |
|---|---|
| doctor visit | 25 |
| ultrasound (sonogram) | 20 |
The top procedures that Dr. William N. Evans, MD treated as a pediatric cardiologist in Las Vegas, NV during 2018 were ultrasound (sonogram) and cardiac procedures.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. William N. Evans, MD for Medicare patients.
| cardiac procedures | 39 |
|---|---|
| doctor visit | 42 |
| ultrasound (sonogram) | 39 |
Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. William N. Evans, MD.
| Male | |
|---|---|
| Female |
| Non-Hispanic White | |
|---|---|
| Black | |
| Hispanic | |
| Asian | |
| Other | |
| Native American |
| Hypertension | |
|---|---|
| High Cholesterol | |
| Stroke | |
| Ischemic Heart Disease | |
| Depression | |
| Chronic Kidney Disease | |
| Asthma | |
| Osteoperosis | |
| Atrial Fibrilation | |
| Heart Failure | |
| Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | |
| Diabetes | |
| Dementia | |
| Cancer |
The top procedures that Dr. William N. Evans, MD treated as a pediatric cardiologist in Las Vegas, NV during 2019 were ultrasound (sonogram) and cardiac procedures.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. William N. Evans, MD for Medicare patients.
| cardiac procedures | 23 |
|---|---|
| doctor visit | 25 |
| ultrasound (sonogram) | 23 |
Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. William N. Evans, MD.
| From 65 to 74 | |
|---|---|
| From 75 to 84 | |
| 85 and over | |
| Less than 65 |
The top procedures that Dr. William N. Evans, MD treated as a pediatric cardiologist in Las Vegas, NV during 2020 were ultrasound (sonogram) and cardiac procedures.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. William N. Evans, MD for Medicare patients.
| cardiac procedures | 20 |
|---|---|
| doctor visit | 19 |
| ultrasound (sonogram) | 20 |
The top procedures that Dr. William N. Evans, MD treated as a pediatric cardiologist in Las Vegas, NV during 2021 were ultrasound (sonogram) and cardiac procedures.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. William N. Evans, MD for Medicare patients.
| cardiac procedures | 26 |
|---|---|
| doctor visit | 27 |
| ultrasound (sonogram) | 26 |
Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. William N. Evans, MD.
| Male | |
|---|---|
| Female |
The top procedures that Dr. William N. Evans, MD treated as a pediatric cardiologist in Las Vegas, NV during 2022 were ultrasound (sonogram) and cardiac procedures.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. William N. Evans, MD for Medicare patients.
| cardiac procedures | 24 |
|---|---|
| doctor visit | 26 |
| ultrasound (sonogram) | 24 |
Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. William N. Evans, MD.
| Male | |
|---|---|
| Female |
| From 65 to 74 | |
|---|---|
| From 75 to 84 | |
| 85 and over | |
| Less than 65 |
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. William N. Evans, MD for Medicare patients.
The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. William N. Evans, MD treated as a pediatric cardiologist in Las Vegas, NV were ultrasound (sonogram) and cardiac procedures.
| cardiac procedures | 23 |
|---|---|
| doctor visit | 28 |
| ultrasound (sonogram) | 23 |
Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. William N. Evans, MD.
| Male | |
|---|---|
| Female |
| Black / African American | |
|---|---|
| Asian / Pacific Islander | |
| Non-Hispanic White | |
| Native American / Alaskan Native | |
| Hispanic | |
| Other |
| 75 to 84 | |
|---|---|
| 85 and over | |
| Less than 65 | |
| 65 to 74 |
The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. William N. Evans, MD treated were depression, high cholesterol, hypertension and ischemic heart disease.
| Hypertension | |
|---|---|
| High Cholesterol | |
| Stroke | |
| Ischemic Heart Disease | |
| Depression | |
| Chronic Kidney Disease | |
| Asthma | |
| Osteoporosis | |
| Heart Failure | |
| Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | |
| Diabetes | |
| Atrial Fibrillation | |
| Dementia | |
| Cancer |
Dr. William N. Evans, MD graduated from University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine in 1976. He completed residency at Children's Hospital Los Angeles. He is certified by the both Pediatrics and Pediatric Cardiology and has a state license in Nevada.
Medical School: University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine (1976)
Residency: Children's Hospital Los Angeles (1980)
Board Certification: both Pediatrics and Pediatric Cardiology
Licensed In: Nevada
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. William N. Evans, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$134
Minimally Invasive Hemodynamic Monitoring $134 |
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$99
$99 |
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$67
NAMENDA XR $22 |
BOTOX - UROLOGY $19 |
NAMZARIC $15 |
VRAYLAR $11 |
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$59
Cardiac Monitors - Insertable $59 |
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| $99 |
Dr. William Evans is a specialist in pediatric cardiology. His clinical interests include ambulatory event monitoring (AEM), myocarditis, and stress management. He attended medical school at the University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine. Dr. Evans's residency was performed at Children's Hospital Los Angeles. In addition to English, he speaks Spanish. Dr. Evans is affiliated with Sunrise Hospital & Medical Center and Sunrise Health.
