29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Husain, Cardiologist in Plainfield, NJ?
Dr. Saleem Husain, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Plainfield, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Husain completed his residency at Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Temple Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Husain is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Husain’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Husain’s office at (908) 222-8970.
Where did Dr. Husain go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Temple Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Umdnj-Robt W Johnson Med Sch- New Brunswick Nj
What languages does Dr. Husain speak?
Dr. Husain and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Husain treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Husain 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. Husain. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Slow Heart Rate
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Coronary Angioplasty History
- Angioplasty
- Heart Angioplasty
- Coronary Artery Angioplasty
- Had Heart Stent
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9861: Coronary angioplasty status
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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:
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
Which procedures does Dr. Husain perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Saleem Husain 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. Husain's office.
Does Dr. Husain accept my insurance?
Dr. Husain accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (908) 222-8970 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Husain accept in Plainfield, NJ?
Dr. Husain in Plainfield, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carepoint Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of New Jersey
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Where is Dr. Husain's office located?
Dr. Saleem Husain's Primary Practice
1314 Park Ave Ste 9
Plainfield, NJ 07060
(908) 222-8970
What is Dr. Husain's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Husain's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134197346.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Husain?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Husain
What is Dr. Saleem Husain's specialty?
Dr. Husain is a Cardiologist near Plainfield, NJ. 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. Husain to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Saleem Husain affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Husain is affiliated with Hackensack Meridian Jfk University Medical Center, Overlook Medical Center, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital - New Brunswick 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 Saleem Husain accepting new patients in Plainfield, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Saleem Husain is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Saleem Husain offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Husain's office at (908) 222-8970 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Saleem Husain?
Please contact Dr. Husain's office at (908) 222-8970 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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