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Dr. Tariq Ali Ahmad, MD
Wilkes Barre, PA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ahmad, Interventional Cardiologist in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Tariq Ali Ahmad, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Wilkes Barre, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ahmad is fluent in English, Hindi, and Panjabi; Punjabi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmad’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmad’s office at (484) 476-1000.
What languages does Dr. Ahmad speak?
Dr. Ahmad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi; Punjabi
What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Ahmad typically treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Ahmad 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. Ahmad. 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:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
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:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Ahmad typically perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Ahmad 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. Ahmad. 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:
- Heart Artery Shockwave Treatment
- Coronary Artery Lithotripsy
- Left Atrial Appendage Closure
- Coronary lithotripsy
- Intravascular lithotripsy (IVL)
- Heart artery calcification treatment
- Percutaneous coronary lithotripsy
- Heart artery shockwave therapy
- Coronary artery calcification treatment
- LAA Closure
- Watchman Procedure
- Heart Appendage Sealing
- Stroke Prevention Device Implant
CPT Codes:
- 0715T: Percutaneous transluminal coronary lithotripsy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 92972: Percutaneous transluminal coronary lithotripsy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 33340: Percutaneous transcatheter closure of the left atrial appendage with endocardial implant, including fluoroscopy, transseptal puncture, catheter placement(s), left atrial angiography, left atrial appendage angiography, when performed, and radiological supervision and interpretation
Also known as:
- TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement)
- TAVI
- Percutaneous Aortic Valve Replacement
- Transfemoral Aortic Valve Replacement
- Minimally Invasive Heart Valve Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33361: Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR/TAVI) with prosthetic valve; percutaneous femoral artery approach
Also known as:
- Minimally Invasive Mitral Valve Repair
- Transcatheter Mitral Valve Replacement (TMVR)
- Percutaneous Mitral Valve Repair
- Mitral Valve Clip Procedure
- Heart Valve Repair without Open Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33418: Transcatheter mitral valve repair, percutaneous approach, including transseptal puncture when performed; initial prosthesis
Also known as:
- Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump Insertion
- IABP Placement
- Percutaneous Balloon Pump
- Heart Assist Device Placement
CPT Codes:
- 33967: Insertion of intra-aortic balloon assist device, percutaneous
Also known as:
- Pericardial Fluid Drainage (Catheter)
- Pericardiocentesis
- Heart Sac Fluid Removal
- Percutaneous Pericardial Drainage
- Cardiac Tamponade Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 33017: Pericardial drainage with insertion of indwelling catheter, percutaneous, including fluoroscopy and/or ultrasound guidance, when performed; 6 years and older without congenital cardiac anomaly
Also known as:
- Removal of Heart Assist Balloon
- Intra-aortic Balloon Pump Removal
- Percutaneous IABP Removal
- Heart Balloon Device Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 33968: Removal of intra-aortic balloon assist device, percutaneous
Does Dr. Ahmad accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahmad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (484) 476-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmad accept in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Ahmad 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ahmad's office located?
Dr. Tariq Ali Ahmad's Primary Practice
1000 E Mountain Dr
Wilkes Barre, PA 18711
(484) 476-1000
What is Dr. Ahmad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ahmad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437472941.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahmad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ahmad
What is Dr. Tariq Ali Ahmad's specialty?
Dr. Ahmad is a Interventional Cardiologist near Wilkes Barre, PA.
What does an Interventional Cardiologist do?
A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function.
Is this Dr. Tariq Ali Ahmad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ahmad is affiliated with Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton, Geisinger Medical Center, Geisinger-Bloomsburg 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
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Is Tariq Ali Ahmad accepting new patients in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Yes, Dr. Tariq Ali Ahmad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tariq Ali Ahmad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office at (484) 476-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tariq Ali Ahmad?
Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office at (484) 476-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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