Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Athar, Cardiologist in Chillicothe, OH?
Dr. Muhammad Athar, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Chillicothe, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Athar is fluent in English, Hindi, Panjabi, Punjabi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Athar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Athar’s office at (740) 779-4570.
Where did Dr. Athar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Is Dr. Athar board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Muhammad Athar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 2011
What languages does Dr. Athar speak?
Dr. Athar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi
Punjabi
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Athar treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Athar 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. Athar. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Premature Atrial Contractions
- Heart Palpitations
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Slow Heart Rate
- Ventricular Tachycardia
- Fast Heartbeat
- Complete Heart Block
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- PACs
- Atrial Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Atrial)
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- VT
- V-tach
- Fast Ventricular Rhythm
- SVT
- Supraventricular Tachycardia
- Rapid Heart Rate
- Complete AV Block
- Third-Degree Heart Block
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I491: Atrial premature depolarization
- R002: Palpitations
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I4729: Other ventricular tachycardia
- I471: Supraventricular tachycardia
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
Also known as:
- Other Cardiac Implants
- Heart Devices
- Cardiac Grafts
- Implantable Heart Devices
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95818: Presence of other cardiac implants and grafts
Also known as:
- Other Heart Device Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Implantable Defibrillator Management
- Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Device Care
- Other Implanted Heart Device Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4509: Encounter for adjustment and management of other cardiac device
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
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:
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Cardiomyopathy
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
ICD-10 Codes:
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
Which procedures does Dr. Athar perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Muhammad Athar may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Athar's office.
Does Dr. Athar accept my insurance?
Dr. Athar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (740) 779-4570 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Athar accept in Chillicothe, OH?
Dr. Athar in Chillicothe, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CommuniCare Advantage
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Molina
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Athar's office located?
Dr. Muhammad Athar's Primary Practice
4437 State Route 159 Ste 125
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 779-4570
What is Dr. Athar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Athar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255508149.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Athar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Athar
What is Dr. Muhammad Athar's specialty?
Dr. Athar is a Cardiologist near Chillicothe, OH. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Athar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Muhammad Athar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Athar is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital - Cincinnati, Bethesda North 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 Muhammad Athar accepting new patients in Chillicothe, OH?
Yes, Dr. Muhammad Athar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Muhammad Athar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Athar's office at (740) 779-4570 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Muhammad Athar?
Please contact Dr. Athar's office at (740) 779-4570 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Muhammad Athar have?
Dr. Muhammad Athar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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