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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Abi Rafeh, Interventional Cardiologist in Hammond, LA?
Dr. Nidal Abi Rafeh, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Hammond, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Abi Rafeh is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abi Rafeh’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abi Rafeh’s office at (985) 230-7350.
What languages does Dr. Abi Rafeh speak?
Dr. Abi Rafeh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Abi Rafeh treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Abi Rafeh 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. Abi Rafeh. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does Dr. Abi Rafeh perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Abi Rafeh 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. Abi Rafeh. 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:
- Coronary Artery Lithotripsy
- Heart Artery Shockwave Treatment
- Heart artery shockwave therapy
- Intravascular lithotripsy (IVL)
- Percutaneous coronary lithotripsy
- Coronary artery calcification treatment
- Coronary lithotripsy
- Heart artery calcification treatment
CPT Codes:
- 92972: Percutaneous transluminal coronary lithotripsy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 0715T: Percutaneous transluminal coronary lithotripsy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Continuous Pulse Oximetry
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Monitoring
- Oximetry Test
- Blood Oxygen Level Check
CPT Codes:
- 94761: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; multiple determinations (eg, during exercise)
Does Dr. Abi Rafeh accept my insurance?
Dr. Abi Rafeh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 230-7350 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Abi Rafeh accept in Hammond, LA?
Dr. Abi Rafeh in Hammond, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthComp
Humana
Medicare
State of Louisiana
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Abi Rafeh's office located?
Dr. Nidal Abi Rafeh's Primary Practice
15813 Paul Vega Md Dr Ste 403
Hammond, LA 70403
(985) 230-7350
What is Dr. Abi Rafeh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Abi Rafeh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457506743.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abi Rafeh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abi Rafeh
What is Dr. Nidal Abi Rafeh's specialty?
Dr. Abi Rafeh is a Interventional Cardiologist near Hammond, LA. 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. Contact Dr. Abi Rafeh to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nidal Abi Rafeh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Abi Rafeh is affiliated with North Oaks Medical Center, St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Slidell Memorial 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 Nidal Abi Rafeh accepting new patients in Hammond, LA?
Yes, Dr. Nidal Abi Rafeh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nidal Abi Rafeh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Abi Rafeh's office at (985) 230-7350 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nidal Abi Rafeh?
Please contact Dr. Abi Rafeh's office at (985) 230-7350 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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