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Dr. Amir Cheema, MD

Cardiologist

Champaign, IL

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cheema, Cardiologist in Champaign, IL?

    Dr. Amir Cheema, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Champaign, IL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 24 years. Dr. Cheema graduated from Nishtar Medical College & Hospital and completed his residency at Coney Island Hospital. Dr. Cheema is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cheema’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cheema’s office at (217) 366-1200.

    Where did Dr. Cheema go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Coney Island Hospital | Coney Island Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Nishtar Medical College, Bahuddin Zakaria University | Nishtar Medical College & Hospital

    What languages does Dr. Cheema speak?

    Dr. Cheema and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Hindi
    • Urdu

    What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Cheema typically treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Cheema 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. Cheema. 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.

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    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:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations

    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

    What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Cheema typically perform?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Amir Cheema may include:

    Please contact Dr. Cheema's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Cheema accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cheema accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (217) 366-1200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cheema accept in Champaign, IL?

    Dr. Cheema in Champaign, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Marshfield Clinic Health System

    • Medica Group

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Network Health

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Cheema's office located?

    Dr. Amir Cheema's Primary Practice

    101 W University Ave

    Champaign, IL 61820

    (217) 366-1200

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    Dr. Amir Cheema's Practice 2

    503 N Maple St

    Effingham, IL 62401

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    What is Dr. Cheema's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Cheema's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386707750.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cheema?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cheema

    What is Dr. Amir Cheema's specialty?

    Dr. Cheema is a Cardiologist near Champaign, IL.

    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 Dr. Amir Cheema affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cheema is affiliated with Prohealth Waukesha Memorial Hospital, Blessing Hospital, Fort Memorial Hospital, Ssm Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison 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

    When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Cardiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Amir Cheema accepting new patients in Champaign, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Amir Cheema is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Amir Cheema offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cheema's office at (217) 366-1200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Amir Cheema?

    Please contact Dr. Cheema's office at (217) 366-1200 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Cheema's office located?

    Dr. Cheema's offices are located in Champaign, IL and Effingham, IL.