21 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Abu Sharifeh, Cardiologist in Galveston, TX?
Dr. Tareq Abu Sharifeh, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Galveston, TX. He has been practicing for over 21 years. Dr. Abu Sharifeh completed his residency at University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Abu Sharifeh is fluent in English, Arabic, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abu Sharifeh’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abu Sharifeh’s office at (409) 747-9163.
Where did Dr. Abu Sharifeh go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Cardiology, University of Texas Medical - Galveston
Residency: University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: University of Jordan Fac of Med, Amman
What languages does Dr. Abu Sharifeh speak?
Dr. Abu Sharifeh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Hindi
Spanish
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Abu Sharifeh typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Abu Sharifeh 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. Abu Sharifeh. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Abu Sharifeh typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Tareq Abu Sharifeh 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. Abu Sharifeh's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Abu Sharifeh accept my insurance?
Dr. Abu Sharifeh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (409) 747-9163 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Abu Sharifeh accept in Galveston, TX?
Dr. Abu Sharifeh in Galveston, TX 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Healthfirst New York
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Abu Sharifeh's office located?
Dr. Tareq Abu Sharifeh's Primary Practice
301 University Blvd
Galveston, TX 77555
(409) 747-9163
What is Dr. Abu Sharifeh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Abu Sharifeh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447200308.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abu Sharifeh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abu Sharifeh
What is Dr. Tareq Abu Sharifeh's specialty?
Dr. Abu Sharifeh is a Cardiologist near Galveston, TX.
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. Tareq Abu Sharifeh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Abu Sharifeh is affiliated with John Sealy Hospital, Galveston 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 Tareq Abu Sharifeh accepting new patients in Galveston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Tareq Abu Sharifeh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tareq Abu Sharifeh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Abu Sharifeh's office at (409) 747-9163 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tareq Abu Sharifeh?
Please contact Dr. Abu Sharifeh's office at (409) 747-9163 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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