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Dr. Nana Afari-Armah, MD
Philadelphia, PA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Afari-Armah, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Nana Afari-Armah, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Afari-Armah graduated from Mechanical Engineering and completed his residency at Temple University Hospital Program. Dr. Afari-Armah is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Afari-Armah’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Afari-Armah’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Afari-Armah?
Dr. Nana Afari-Armah, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Afari-Armah empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Angina, Atrial Fibrillation, Cholesterol/Lipid Disorders, Coronary Artery Disease, Heart Disease in Women, Hypertension, Syncope, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Philadelphia/PA community, Dr. Afari-Armah is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Afari-Armah go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Temple University Hospital Program
Medical School: Mechanical Engineering
Is Dr. Afari-Armah board certified in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Nana Afari-Armah, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Afari-Armah speak?
Dr. Afari-Armah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Afari-Armah treat?
As a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Afari-Armah 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. Afari-Armah. 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:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- End-Stage Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Advanced heart failure
- Terminal heart failure
- Severe heart failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5084: End stage heart failure
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac transplant
- Heart replacement surgery
- Post-heart transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z941: Heart transplant status
Also known as:
- Organ-Limited Amyloidosis
- Amyloidosis
- Amyloidosis & Kidney Disease
- Localized Amyloidosis
- Amyloid Deposit in Organ
- Amyloid Disease
- Protein Deposit Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- E854: Organ-limited amyloidosis
- E859: Amyloidosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sarcoid Myocarditis
- Cardiomyopathy
- Sarcoidosis
- Cardiac Sarcoidosis
- Sarcoidosis of the Heart Muscle
ICD-10 Codes:
- D8685: Sarcoid myocarditis
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Assist Device
- Ventricular assist device (VAD)
- Artificial heart pump
- Cardiac support device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95811: Presence of heart assist device
Also known as:
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Cardiomyopathy Caused by Other Disease
- Cardiomyopathy
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
- Secondary Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease from Other Illness
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
- I43: Cardiomyopathy in diseases classified elsewhere
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Awaiting Organ Transplant
- Organ Transplantation
- Organ transplant waitlist
- On transplant list
- Pre-transplant status
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7682: Awaiting organ transplant status
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Immune Deficiency from Drugs
- Drug-Induced Immunodeficiency
- Medication-Caused Immune Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- D84821: Immunodeficiency due to drugs
Also known as:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Which procedures does Dr. Afari-Armah perform as a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
As a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Nana Afari-Armah 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. Afari-Armah's office.
Does Dr. Afari-Armah accept my insurance?
Dr. Afari-Armah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Afari-Armah accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Afari-Armah in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Federal Employee Program
Independence Blue Cross
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
MedStar Health
State of Maryland
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Afari-Armah's office located?
What is Dr. Afari-Armah's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Afari-Armah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023244639.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Afari-Armah?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Afari-Armah
What is Dr. Nana Afari-Armah's specialty?
Dr. Afari-Armah is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Philadelphia, PA. Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure. Contact Dr. Afari-Armah to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nana Afari-Armah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Afari-Armah is affiliated with MedStar Washington Hospital Center, MedStar Georgetown University 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 Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
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Is Nana Afari-Armah accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Nana Afari-Armah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nana Afari-Armah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Afari-Armah's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nana Afari-Armah?
Please contact Dr. Afari-Armah's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nana Afari-Armah have?
Dr. Nana Afari-Armah is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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