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Who is Dr. Khan, Thoracic Surgeon in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Azeem Khan, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Khan graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans. Dr. Khan is fluent in English, Panjabi, Punjabi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Khan’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Khan’s office at (225) 877-2872.
Where did Dr. Khan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Louisiana State University Health Shreveport / School of Medicine | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
What languages does Dr. Khan speak?
Dr. Khan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Panjabi
Punjabi
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Khan treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Khan 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. Khan. 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:
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Unstable Angina
- Calcified Coronary Artery Disease
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart with Angina Spasms
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Unstable Chest Pain
- Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
- Hardened Coronary Arteries
- Coronary Artery Calcification
- Calcium in Heart Arteries
- Coronary Artery Disease with Spasm
- Variant Angina
ICD-10 Codes:
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
- I2584: Coronary atherosclerosis due to calcified coronary lesion
- I25111: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with angina pectoris with documented spasm
- I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG
- Heart Bypass Graft
- Bypass Surgery Graft
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Acute on Chronic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Worsening chronic heart failure
- Acute decompensated heart failure
- Sudden worsening heart failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5043: Acute on chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Nicotine Addiction
- E-Cigarettes
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Tobacco Addiction
- Smoking Addiction
- Vaping Addiction
- Nicotine Substance Use Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17200: Nicotine dependence, unspecified, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
Also known as:
- Fluid Around the Heart
- Pericardial Disorder
- Pericardial Effusion
- Fluid in Pericardium
ICD-10 Codes:
- I3139: Other pericardial effusion (noninflammatory)
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Which procedures does Dr. Khan perform as a Thoracic Surgeon?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Azeem Khan may include:
- Aortic Stent Grafts
- Arteriovenous Graft Placement
- Atherectomy
- Carotid Surgery
- Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)
- Endovenous Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins
- Limb Salvage Surgery
- Mediastinal Adenopathy Surgery
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Khan's office.
Does Dr. Khan accept my insurance?
Dr. Khan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 877-2872 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Khan accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Khan in Baton Rouge, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AmWINS Group
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Khan's office located?
Dr. Azeem Khan's Primary Practice
2223 Quail Run Ste E
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 877-2872
What is Dr. Khan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Khan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659560597.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Khan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Khan
What is Dr. Azeem Khan's specialty?
Dr. Khan is a Thoracic Surgeon near Baton Rouge, LA. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Khan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Azeem Khan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Khan is affiliated with Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet 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
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Is Azeem Khan accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Azeem Khan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Azeem Khan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Khan's office at (225) 877-2872 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Azeem Khan?
Please contact Dr. Khan's office at (225) 877-2872 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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