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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alkouz, Cardiologist in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Munif Alkouz, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Alkouz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alkouz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alkouz’s office at (575) 522-6806.
Is Dr. Alkouz board certified in Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Munif Alkouz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Alkouz speak?
Dr. Alkouz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Alkouz treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Alkouz 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. Alkouz. 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:
- 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
- Right Bundle Branch Block
- Slow Heart Rate
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- RBBB
- Right Heart Block
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- I4510: Unspecified right bundle-branch block
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
Also known as:
- Rheumatic Disease of Multiple Heart Valves
- Rheumatic Mitral and Aortic Valve Disease
- Rheumatic Tricuspid Valve Leak
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Rheumatic Polyvalvular Disease
- Rheumatic Fever Affecting All Heart Valves
- Multiple Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease
- Rheumatic Fever Affecting Heart Valves
- Rheumatic Tricuspid Regurgitation
- Leaky Tricuspid Valve
- Tricuspid Valve Rheumatic Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I083: Combined rheumatic disorders of mitral, aortic and tricuspid valves
- I080: Rheumatic disorders of both mitral and aortic valves
- I071: Rheumatic tricuspid insufficiency
Also known as:
- Other Rheumatic Multiple Heart Valve Disease
- Rheumatic Mitral and Tricuspid Valve Disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease
- Multiple Rheumatic Valve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- I088: Other rheumatic multiple valve diseases
- I081: Rheumatic disorders of both mitral and tricuspid valves
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
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:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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
Which procedures does Dr. Alkouz perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Munif Alkouz 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. Alkouz's office.
Does Dr. Alkouz accept my insurance?
Dr. Alkouz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (575) 522-6806 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alkouz accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Alkouz in Albuquerque, NM 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 Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
HealthScope
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Other Health Care Provider
Scan Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Alkouz's office located?
Dr. Munif Alkouz's Practice 3
2530 S Telshor Blvd Ste 207
Las Cruces, NM 88011
(575) 522-6806
What is Dr. Alkouz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alkouz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366672826.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alkouz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alkouz
What is Dr. Munif Alkouz's specialty?
Dr. Alkouz is a Cardiologist near Albuquerque, NM. 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. Alkouz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Munif Alkouz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alkouz is affiliated with Lovelace Westside Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Munif Alkouz accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Munif Alkouz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Munif Alkouz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alkouz's office at (575) 522-6806 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Munif Alkouz?
Please contact Dr. Alkouz's office at (575) 522-6806 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Munif Alkouz have?
Dr. Munif Alkouz is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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