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31 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Afshar-Kharaghan, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Hamid Afshar-Kharaghan, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Afshar-Kharaghan is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Afshar-Kharaghan’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Afshar-Kharaghan’s office at (713) 798-2545.
Where did Dr. Afshar-Kharaghan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Tehran School Of Medical Sciences | Teheran University
Is Dr. Afshar-Kharaghan board certified in Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
Yes, Dr. Hamid Afshar-Kharaghan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Afshar-Kharaghan speak?
Dr. Afshar-Kharaghan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Afshar-Kharaghan treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Afshar-Kharaghan 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. Afshar-Kharaghan. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Slow Heart Rate
- Right Bundle Branch Block
- Heart Palpitations
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Fast Heartbeat
- First-Degree Heart Block
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- RBBB
- Right Heart Block
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- First-Degree AV Block
- Mild Heart Block
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I4510: Unspecified right bundle-branch block
- R002: Palpitations
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I440: Atrioventricular block, first degree
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
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:
- Other Cardiac Implants
- Heart Devices
- Cardiac Grafts
- Implantable Heart Devices
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95818: Presence of other cardiac implants and grafts
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:
- Implantable Defibrillator Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- AICD Management
- Defibrillator Adjustment
- ICD Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4502: Encounter for adjustment and management of automatic implantable cardiac defibrillator
Also known as:
- Other Pacemaker Part Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Pacemaker Lead Adjustment
- Pacemaker Component Care
- Cardiac Pacing Device Adjustment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z45018: Encounter for adjustment and management of other part of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Afshar-Kharaghan perform as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Hamid Afshar-Kharaghan 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. Afshar-Kharaghan's office.
Does Dr. Afshar-Kharaghan accept my insurance?
Dr. Afshar-Kharaghan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 798-2545 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Afshar-Kharaghan accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Afshar-Kharaghan in Houston, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Farm Bureau Health Plans
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
New York Life
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Afshar-Kharaghan's office located?
Dr. Hamid Afshar-Kharaghan's Primary Practice
1504 Taub Loop
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 798-2545
What is Dr. Afshar-Kharaghan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Afshar-Kharaghan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740474246.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Afshar-Kharaghan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Afshar-Kharaghan
What is Dr. Hamid Afshar-Kharaghan's specialty?
Dr. Afshar-Kharaghan is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Houston, TX. A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments. Contact Dr. Afshar-Kharaghan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Hamid Afshar-Kharaghan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Afshar-Kharaghan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Michael E. Debakey Department Of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
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Is Hamid Afshar-Kharaghan accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Hamid Afshar-Kharaghan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hamid Afshar-Kharaghan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Afshar-Kharaghan's office at (713) 798-2545 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hamid Afshar-Kharaghan?
Please contact Dr. Afshar-Kharaghan's office at (713) 798-2545 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hamid Afshar-Kharaghan have?
Dr. Hamid Afshar-Kharaghan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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