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Who is Dr. Ahmed, Cardiologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Mustafa Ahmed, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Ahmed is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmed’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmed’s office at (205) 934-4011.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ahmed?
Dr. Mustafa Ahmed, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified 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. Ahmed empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Heart Valve Disease, Structural Heart Disease, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Birmingham/AL community, Dr. Ahmed is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Ahmed speak?
Dr. Ahmed and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ahmed 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.
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Rheumatic Mitral Valve Narrowing
- Aortic Valve Stenosis and Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Leaky tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid regurgitation
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
- Rheumatic Mitral Stenosis
- Narrowed Mitral Valve from Rheumatic Fever
- Chronic Rheumatic Mitral Valve Disease
- Narrow and leaky aortic valve
- Mixed aortic valve disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
- I050: Rheumatic mitral stenosis
- I352: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis with insufficiency
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
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
Also known as:
- Patent Foramen Ovale
- Congenital Heart Defects
- PFO
- Open Foramen Ovale
- Hole in Heart (PFO)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q2112: Patent foramen ovale
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Rheumatic Tricuspid Valve Leak
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Rheumatic Tricuspid Regurgitation
- Leaky Tricuspid Valve
- Tricuspid Valve Rheumatic Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I071: Rheumatic tricuspid insufficiency
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Ahmed perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Mustafa 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ahmed's office.
Does Dr. Ahmed accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahmed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 934-4011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmed accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Ahmed in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealthcare
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Ahmed's office located?
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 1306093588.
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. Mustafa Ahmed's specialty?
Dr. Ahmed is a Cardiologist near Birmingham, AL. 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. Ahmed to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Mustafa Ahmed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed is affiliated with UAB Hospital 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
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Is Mustafa Ahmed accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Mustafa Ahmed is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mustafa Ahmed offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (205) 934-4011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mustafa Ahmed?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (205) 934-4011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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