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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Melhem, Cardiologist in Lima, OH?
Dr. Ayyash Melhem, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Lima, OH. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Melhem is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Melhem’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Melhem’s office at (419) 996-5852.
Is Dr. Melhem board certified in Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Ayyash Melhem, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Melhem speak?
Dr. Melhem and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Melhem treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Melhem 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. Melhem. 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
- Arrhythmia
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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
- I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris
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:
- Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
- Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
- General Observation for Excluded Conditions
- Broad Diagnostic Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Rheumatic Mitral and Tricuspid Valve Disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I081: Rheumatic disorders of both mitral and tricuspid valves
Also known as:
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Having a Coronary Angioplasty Implant or Graft
- Angioplasty
- Coronary stent
- Heart artery graft
- Angioplasty device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z955: Presence of coronary angioplasty implant and graft
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:
- Rheumatic Tricuspid Valve Leak
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Rheumatic Tricuspid Regurgitation
- Leaky Tricuspid Valve
- Tricuspid Valve Rheumatic Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I071: Rheumatic tricuspid insufficiency
Also known as:
- Angina (Chest Pain)
- Angina
- Angina Pectoris
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Heart-Related Chest Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- I209: Angina pectoris, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Melhem perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ayyash Melhem 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. Melhem's office.
Does Dr. Melhem accept my insurance?
Dr. Melhem accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (419) 996-5852 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Melhem accept in Lima, OH?
Dr. Melhem in Lima, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CareSource
Christian Healthcare Ministries
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Other Provider Networks
SummaCare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Melhem's office located?
Dr. Ayyash Melhem's Primary Practice
730 W Market St Ste 2K
Lima, OH 45801
(419) 996-5852
What is Dr. Melhem's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Melhem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902044993.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Melhem?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Melhem
What is Dr. Ayyash Melhem's specialty?
Dr. Melhem is a Cardiologist near Lima, OH. 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. Melhem to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ayyash Melhem affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Melhem is affiliated with Mercy Health - St. Rita's Medical Center, Ohiohealth Hardin Memorial 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?
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Is Ayyash Melhem accepting new patients in Lima, OH?
Yes, Dr. Ayyash Melhem is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ayyash Melhem offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Melhem's office at (419) 996-5852 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ayyash Melhem?
Please contact Dr. Melhem's office at (419) 996-5852 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ayyash Melhem have?
Dr. Ayyash Melhem is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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