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Dr. Ernest Amegashie, MD

Dr. Ernest Amegashie, MD

Hagerstown, MD

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Amegashie, Cardiologist in Hagerstown, MD?

    Dr. Ernest Amegashie, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Hagerstown, MD with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 27 years. Dr. Amegashie graduated from University of Minnesota Med School and completed his residency at Howard Univ Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases Maricopa Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Amegashie is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Amegashie’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Amegashie’s office at (240) 420-0822.

    Where did Dr. Amegashie go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Howard Univ Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases Maricopa Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Howard University Program

    • Medical School: University of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn | University of Mn Med Sch | University of Minnesota Med School

    What languages does Dr. Amegashie speak?

    Dr. Amegashie and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Amegashie treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Amegashie 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. Amegashie. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain
    • Precordial pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified
    • R072: Precordial pain

    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:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does Dr. Amegashie perform?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Amegashie 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. Amegashie. 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:

    • Vein Needle or Catheter Insertion
    • Venipuncture
    • IV Insertion
    • Intravenous Access
    • Catheter Placement Vein

    CPT Codes:

    • 36000: Introduction of needle or intracatheter, vein

    Does Dr. Amegashie accept my insurance?

    Dr. Amegashie accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (240) 420-0822 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Amegashie accept in Hagerstown, MD?

    Dr. Amegashie in Hagerstown, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Johns Hopkins

    • Maryland Physicians Care

    • Medicare

    • State of Maryland

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Amegashie's office located?

    Dr. Ernest Amegashie's Primary Practice

    1219 Mount Aetna Rd Ste 201

    Hagerstown, MD 21742

    (240) 420-0822

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    Dr. Ernest Amegashie's Practice 2

    11110 Medical Campus Rd Ste 223

    Hagerstown, MD 21742

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    What is Dr. Amegashie's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Amegashie's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881788677.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Amegashie?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Amegashie

    What is Dr. Ernest Amegashie's specialty?

    Dr. Amegashie is a Cardiologist near Hagerstown, MD. 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. Amegashie to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ernest Amegashie affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Amegashie is affiliated with Meritus Health, Frederick Health Hospital, MedStar Washington Hospital Center, The Johns Hopkins 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

    Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?

    Explore Cardiologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Ernest Amegashie accepting new patients in Hagerstown, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Ernest Amegashie is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ernest Amegashie offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Amegashie's office at (240) 420-0822 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ernest Amegashie?

    Please contact Dr. Amegashie's office at (240) 420-0822 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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