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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ahmed, Cardiologist in Orwigsburg, PA?
Dr. Waqas Ahmed, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Orwigsburg, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ahmed graduated from Rawalpindi Medical College. Dr. Ahmed is fluent in English, Arabic, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmed’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmed’s office at (610) 770-2200.
Where did Dr. Ahmed go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Rawalpindi Medical College
What languages does Dr. Ahmed speak?
Dr. Ahmed and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Urdu
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Ahmed typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Ahmed 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. Ahmed. 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 here.
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:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Permanent Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Irreversible AFib
- Fixed Atrial Fibrillation
- Long-term AFib
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4821: Permanent atrial fibrillation
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Ahmed typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Waqas Ahmed 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
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ahmed accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahmed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 770-2200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmed accept in Orwigsburg, PA?
Dr. Ahmed in Orwigsburg, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Everence Financial
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ahmed's office located?
Dr. Waqas Ahmed's Primary Practice
100 Paramount Blvd
Orwigsburg, PA 17961
(610) 770-2200
What is Dr. Ahmed's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ahmed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144568759.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahmed?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ahmed
What is Dr. Waqas Ahmed's specialty?
Dr. Ahmed is a Cardiologist near Orwigsburg, PA.
What does a Cardiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Waqas Ahmed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network - Schuylkill S. Jackson Street, St. Luke’s University Health Network - Bethlehem Campus, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Reading Hospital Tower Health 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 Waqas Ahmed accepting new patients in Orwigsburg, PA?
Yes, Dr. Waqas Ahmed is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Waqas Ahmed offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (610) 770-2200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Waqas Ahmed?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (610) 770-2200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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