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Dr. Shahid Qamar, MD
Orlando, FL
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Qamar, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Orlando, FL?
Dr. Shahid Qamar, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Orlando, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Qamar is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Qamar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Qamar’s office at (321) 841-6444.
Is Dr. Qamar board certified as an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Shahid Qamar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Qamar speak?
Dr. Qamar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Urdu
What conditions does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Qamar typically treat?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Qamar 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. Qamar. 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:
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
What procedures does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Qamar typically perform?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Shahid Qamar 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. Qamar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Qamar accept my insurance?
Dr. Qamar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (321) 841-6444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Qamar accept in Orlando, FL?
Dr. Qamar in Orlando, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allegiance Benefit Plan Management
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CareCentrix
Cigna Group
Clever Care Health Plan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Qamar's office located?
What is Dr. Qamar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Qamar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912184730.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Qamar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Qamar
What is Dr. Shahid Qamar's specialty?
Dr. Qamar is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Orlando, FL.
What does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist do?
Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure.
Is this Dr. Shahid Qamar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Qamar is affiliated with Hillcrest Medical Center, Orlando Health – Health Central 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 Shahid Qamar accepting new patients in Orlando, FL?
Yes, Dr. Shahid Qamar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shahid Qamar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Qamar's office at (321) 841-6444 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shahid Qamar?
Please contact Dr. Qamar's office at (321) 841-6444 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shahid Qamar have?
Dr. Shahid Qamar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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