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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Awuor, Interventional Cardiologist in Carbondale, IL?
Dr. Stephen Awuor, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Carbondale, IL. Dr. Awuor is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Awuor’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Awuor’s office at (618) 529-4455.
What languages does Dr. Awuor speak?
Dr. Awuor and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Awuor typically treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Awuor 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. Awuor. 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:
- 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:
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
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:
- Chest Pain
- Precordial pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R072: Precordial pain
What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Awuor typically perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Awuor 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. Awuor. 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:
- Coronary Artery Lithotripsy
- Heart artery shockwave therapy
- Intravascular lithotripsy (IVL)
- Percutaneous coronary lithotripsy
- Coronary artery calcification treatment
CPT Codes:
- 92972: Percutaneous transluminal coronary lithotripsy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Awuor accept my insurance?
Dr. Awuor accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (618) 529-4455 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Awuor accept in Carbondale, IL?
Dr. Awuor in Carbondale, IL 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Awuor's office located?
What is Dr. Awuor's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Awuor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790047736.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Awuor?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Awuor
What is Dr. Stephen Awuor's specialty?
Dr. Awuor is a Interventional Cardiologist near Carbondale, IL.
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. Stephen Awuor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Awuor is affiliated with Piedmont Fayette Hospital, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Piedmont Henry Hospital, Piedmont Macon North 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
When to see an Interventional Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Stephen Awuor accepting new patients in Carbondale, IL?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Awuor is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Awuor offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Awuor's office at (618) 529-4455 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Awuor?
Please contact Dr. Awuor's office at (618) 529-4455 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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