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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alkhafaji, Cardiologist in Cheektowaga, NY?
Dr. Nawfal Alkhafaji, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Cheektowaga, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Alkhafaji is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alkhafaji’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alkhafaji’s office at (716) 822-3098.
What languages does Dr. Alkhafaji speak?
Dr. Alkhafaji and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Alkhafaji treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Alkhafaji 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. Alkhafaji. 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:
- Heart Disorder
- Other Heart Disease
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiac conditions
- Heart problems
- Cardiovascular disorders
- Unspecified Heart Condition
- Atypical Heart Problem
- Rare Heart Condition
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I52: Other heart disorders in diseases classified elsewhere
- I5189: Other ill-defined heart diseases
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- Familial dilated cardiomyopathy
- X-linked dilated cardiomyopathy
- Enlarged heart muscle
- DCM
ICD-10 Codes:
- I420: Dilated cardiomyopathy
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
Which procedures does Dr. Alkhafaji perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nawfal Alkhafaji 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. Alkhafaji's office.
Does Dr. Alkhafaji accept my insurance?
Dr. Alkhafaji accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 822-3098 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alkhafaji accept in Cheektowaga, NY?
Dr. Alkhafaji in Cheektowaga, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AllCare Health Plan
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
Centers Plan for Healthy Living
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthNow New York
Independent Health
Martin's Point
Medicaid
Medicare
Peak
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Where is Dr. Alkhafaji's office located?
Dr. Nawfal Alkhafaji's Primary Practice
3091 William St
Cheektowaga, NY 14227
(716) 822-3098
What is Dr. Alkhafaji's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alkhafaji's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134470107.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alkhafaji?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alkhafaji
What is Dr. Nawfal Alkhafaji's specialty?
Dr. Alkhafaji is a Cardiologist near Cheektowaga, NY. 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. Alkhafaji to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nawfal Alkhafaji affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alkhafaji is affiliated with Kenmore Mercy Hospital, Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo 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 Nawfal Alkhafaji accepting new patients in Cheektowaga, NY?
Yes, Dr. Nawfal Alkhafaji is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nawfal Alkhafaji offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alkhafaji's office at (716) 822-3098 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nawfal Alkhafaji?
Please contact Dr. Alkhafaji's office at (716) 822-3098 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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