23 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Afaq, Cardiologist in Atchison, KS?
Dr. Mazhar Afaq, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Atchison, KS with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years. Dr. Afaq is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Afaq’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Afaq’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Afaq?
Dr. Mazhar Afaq, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Cardiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Afaq empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Preventive Cardiology, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Atchison, KS community, Dr. Afaq is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Afaq speak?
Dr. Afaq and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Afaq typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Afaq 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. Afaq. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Afaq typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Mazhar Afaq 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
Please contact Dr. Afaq's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Afaq accept my insurance?
Dr. Afaq 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. Afaq accept in Atchison, KS?
Dr. Afaq in Atchison, KS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Americas Insurance Company
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Transamerica
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Afaq's office located?
What is Dr. Afaq's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Afaq's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194922013.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Afaq?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Afaq
What is Dr. Mazhar Afaq's specialty?
Dr. Afaq is a Cardiologist near Atchison, KS.
What does a Cardiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Mazhar Afaq affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Afaq is affiliated with The University Of Kansas Hospital 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
When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Mazhar Afaq accepting new patients in Atchison, KS?
Yes, Dr. Mazhar Afaq is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mazhar Afaq offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Afaq's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mazhar Afaq?
Please contact Dr. Afaq's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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