CA
18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Assal, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Charleston, WV?
Dr. Chafik Assal, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Charleston, WV with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Assal is fluent in English, Arabic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Assal’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Assal’s office at (304) 388-5880.
Where did Dr. Assal go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Aleppo University
Is Dr. Assal board certified as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
Yes, Dr. Chafik Assal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Assal speak?
Dr. Assal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Assal treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Assal diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Assal. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Arrhythmia
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Fast Heartbeat
- Heart Palpitations
- Slow Heart Rate
- Complete Heart Block
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Premature Atrial Contractions
- Atrial Flutter
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Familial atrial fibrillation
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- Complete AV Block
- Third-Degree Heart Block
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
- PACs
- Atrial Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Atrial)
- A-flutter
- Heart flutter
- Rapid atrial rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- R002: Palpitations
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
- I491: Atrial premature depolarization
- I483: Typical atrial flutter
Also known as:
- Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
- Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Permanent Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Irreversible AFib
- Fixed Atrial Fibrillation
- Long-term AFib
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4821: Permanent atrial fibrillation
What procedures does Dr. Assal perform?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Assal performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Assal. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Implantable Defibrillator Placement
- ICD insertion
- Permanent defibrillator implant
- Heart defibrillator replacement
- Transvenous defibrillator system
CPT Codes:
- 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber
Also known as:
- Left Ventricle Pacing Lead Insertion
- Pacemaker or Defibrillator Lead Insertion
- Cardiac Pacing Electrode Placement
- LV Lead Insertion
- Pacemaker Upgrade Lead
- Cardiac Pacing Lead Placement
- Left Ventricular Pacing Lead Insertion
- ICD Lead Insertion
- Pacemaker Electrode Placement
CPT Codes:
- 33225: Insertion of pacing electrode, cardiac venous system, for left ventricular pacing, at time of insertion of implantable defibrillator or pacemaker pulse generator (eg, for upgrade to dual chamber system) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 33224: Insertion of pacing electrode, cardiac venous system, for left ventricular pacing, with attachment to previously placed pacemaker or implantable defibrillator pulse generator (including revision of pocket, removal, insertion, and/or replacement of existing generator)
Also known as:
- Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
- Pacemaker Generator Exchange
- Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
- Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system
Also known as:
- Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
- Permanent Pacemaker Placement
- Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
- Heart Rhythm Device Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular
Also known as:
- Defibrillator Generator Replacement
- ICD Generator Change
- Implantable Defibrillator Battery Change
- Defibrillator Device Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33264: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; multiple lead system
Also known as:
- Defibrillator Battery Replacement
- ICD Generator Replacement
- Implantable Defibrillator Exchange
- Dual Lead Defibrillator Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33263: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; dual lead system
Does Dr. Assal accept my insurance?
Dr. Assal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (304) 388-5880 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Assal accept in Charleston, WV?
Dr. Assal in Charleston, WV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal Employee Program
Highmark Inc.
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Nevada
State of Tennessee
State of West Virginia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Assal's office located?
Dr. Chafik Assal's Primary Practice
3200 Maccorkle Ave SE
Charleston, WV 25304
(304) 388-5880
What is Dr. Assal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Assal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083889109.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Assal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Assal
What is Dr. Chafik Assal's specialty?
Dr. Assal is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Charleston, WV. A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments. Contact Dr. Assal to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Chafik Assal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Assal is affiliated with CAMC General Hospital, WVU Medicine Thomas Memorial Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Chafik Assal accepting new patients in Charleston, WV?
Yes, Dr. Chafik Assal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chafik Assal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Assal's office at (304) 388-5880 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chafik Assal?
Please contact Dr. Assal's office at (304) 388-5880 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Chafik Assal have?
Dr. Chafik Assal is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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