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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Amer, Cardiologist in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Mostafa Amer is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Wilkes Barre, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Amer is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Amer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Amer’s office at (860) 224-5261.
What languages does Dr. Amer speak?
Dr. Amer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Amer typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Amer 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. Amer. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Amer typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Amer 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. Amer. 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. Amer accept my insurance?
Dr. Amer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 224-5261 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Amer accept in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Amer in Wilkes Barre, PA 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)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Amer's office located?
Dr. Mostafa Amer's Primary Practice
1000 E Mountain Dr
Wilkes Barre, PA 18711
(860) 224-5261
What is Dr. Amer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Amer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801320296.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Amer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Amer
What is Dr. Mostafa Amer's specialty?
Dr. Amer is a Cardiologist near Wilkes Barre, PA.
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. Mostafa Amer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Amer is affiliated with Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Geisinger 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
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Is Mostafa Amer accepting new patients in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Yes, Dr. Mostafa Amer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mostafa Amer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Amer's office at (860) 224-5261 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mostafa Amer?
Please contact Dr. Amer's office at (860) 224-5261 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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