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. 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 Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Husain’s office.
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 a Cardiologist like Dr. Husain typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
- 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
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Husain typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Husain performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Lithotripsy
- Heart artery shockwave therapy
- Intravascular lithotripsy (IVL)
- Percutaneous coronary lithotripsy
- Coronary artery calcification treatment
CPT Codes:
- 92972: Percutaneous transluminal coronary lithotripsy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Husain accept my insurance?
Dr. Husain 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. 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
State of New Jersey
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Husain's office located?
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.
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. Saleem Husain affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Husain is affiliated with Hackensack Meridian Jfk University Medical Center, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital - New Brunswick, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital - Somerset, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Hackensack University Medical Center 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
When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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 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 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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