42 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Haitas, Cardiologist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Byron Haitas, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Haitas graduated from University of The Witwatersrand, Faculty of Health Sciences and completed his residency at The Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital. Dr. Haitas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Haitas’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Haitas’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Haitas?
Dr. Byron Haitas, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Cardiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Haitas empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arrhythmias, Congenital Heart Disease, Congestive Heart Failure, Heart Attack, Peripheral Vascular Disease, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Nashville/TN community, Dr. Haitas is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Haitas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: The Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital
Medical School: University Of The Witwatersrand- Med Sch- Johannesburg- So Africa | University of The Witwatersrand, Faculty of Health Sciences
Is Dr. Haitas board certified in Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Byron Haitas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Haitas speak?
Dr. Haitas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Haitas treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Haitas 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. Haitas. 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
- Fast Heartbeat
- Slow Heart Rate
- Heart Palpitations
- Right Bundle Branch Block
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- RBBB
- Right Heart Block
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- R002: Palpitations
- I4510: Unspecified right bundle-branch block
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chronic Ischemic Heart Disease
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Atherosclerosis
- Long-term Heart Disease
- Ongoing Heart Ischemia
- Chronic Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I259: Chronic ischemic heart disease, unspecified
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
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:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Which procedures does Dr. Haitas perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Byron Haitas 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. Haitas' office.
Does Dr. Haitas accept my insurance?
Dr. Haitas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Haitas accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Haitas in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Haitas' office located?
What is Dr. Haitas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Haitas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275646119.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Haitas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Haitas
What is Dr. Byron Haitas's specialty?
Dr. Haitas is a Cardiologist near Nashville, TN. 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. Haitas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Byron Haitas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Haitas is affiliated with TriStar Centennial Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?
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Is Byron Haitas accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Byron Haitas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Byron Haitas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Haitas's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Byron Haitas?
Please contact Dr. Haitas's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Byron Haitas have?
Dr. Byron Haitas is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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