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Dr. Maxwell Afari, MD
Scarborough, ME
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Afari, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Scarborough, ME?
Dr. Maxwell Afari, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Scarborough, ME with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Afari is fluent in English and Portuguese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Afari’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Afari’s office at (207) 885-9905.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Afari?
Dr. Maxwell Afari, 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 empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Echocardiography, Heart Failure, Nuclear Cardiology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Scarborough/ME community, Dr. Afari is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Afari speak?
Dr. Afari and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
What conditions does Dr. Afari treat?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Afari 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. 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
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute Heart Failure
- Chronic Combined Systolic and Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFpEF
- Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure
- Sudden heart failure
- Acute congestive heart failure
- Sudden cardiac decompensation
- Long-term Mixed Heart Failure
- Chronic Biventricular Heart Failure
- Ongoing Systolic and Diastolic Dysfunction
- Worsening chronic heart failure
- Acute decompensated heart failure
- Sudden worsening heart failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5021: Acute systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5042: Chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5043: Acute on chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Cardiomyopathy
- Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
- Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
- I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy
Also known as:
- Rheumatic Disease of Multiple Heart Valves
- Rheumatic Mitral and Aortic Valve Disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Rheumatic Polyvalvular Disease
- Rheumatic Fever Affecting All Heart Valves
- Multiple Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease
- Rheumatic Fever Affecting Heart Valves
ICD-10 Codes:
- I083: Combined rheumatic disorders of mitral, aortic and tricuspid valves
- I080: Rheumatic disorders of both mitral and aortic valves
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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Rheumatic Mitral and Tricuspid Valve Disease
- Other Rheumatic Multiple Heart Valve Disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease
- Multiple Rheumatic Valve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- I081: Rheumatic disorders of both mitral and tricuspid valves
- I088: Other rheumatic multiple valve diseases
Also known as:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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
Which procedures does Dr. Afari perform as an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Maxwell Afari 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's office.
Does Dr. Afari accept my insurance?
Dr. Afari accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 885-9905 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Afari accept in Scarborough, ME?
Dr. Afari in Scarborough, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Martin's Point
Medicaid
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Afari's office located?
Dr. Maxwell Afari's Primary Practice
96 Campus Dr Ste 1
Scarborough, ME 04074
(207) 885-9905
What is Dr. Afari's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Afari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942565247.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Afari?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Afari
What is Dr. Maxwell Afari's specialty?
Dr. Afari is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Scarborough, ME. 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 to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Maxwell Afari affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Afari is affiliated with MaineHealth Maine Medical Center Portland 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 Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
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Is Maxwell Afari accepting new patients in Scarborough, ME?
Yes, Dr. Maxwell Afari is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Maxwell Afari offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Afari's office at (207) 885-9905 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Maxwell Afari?
Please contact Dr. Afari's office at (207) 885-9905 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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