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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Awan, Cardiologist in Lake Charles, LA?
Dr. Ahmad Awan, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Lake Charles, LA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Awan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Awan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Awan’s office at (337) 494-3240.
What languages does Dr. Awan speak?
Dr. Awan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Awan treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Awan 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. Awan. 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:
- Abnormal EKG
- Other Abnormal Heart Test Results
- Heart Health Tests
- Heart Disease
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
- Irregular Cardiovascular Function Study
- Unusual Heart Exam Findings
- Heart Disease Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
- R9439: Abnormal result of other cardiovascular function study
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Slow Heart Rate
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Awan perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ahmad Awan 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. Awan's office.
Does Dr. Awan accept my insurance?
Dr. Awan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 494-3240 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Awan accept in Lake Charles, LA?
Dr. Awan in Lake Charles, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Awan's office located?
Dr. Ahmad Awan's Primary Practice
1717 Oak Park Blvd Fl 2
Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 494-3240
What is Dr. Awan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Awan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831573013.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Awan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Awan
What is Dr. Ahmad Awan's specialty?
Dr. Awan is a Cardiologist near Lake Charles, LA. 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. Awan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ahmad Awan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Awan is affiliated with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Lafayette General 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 Ahmad Awan accepting new patients in Lake Charles, LA?
Yes, Dr. Ahmad Awan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ahmad Awan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Awan's office at (337) 494-3240 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ahmad Awan?
Please contact Dr. Awan's office at (337) 494-3240 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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