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Dr. Luay Sarsam, MD
Chula Vista, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sarsam, Cardiologist in Chula Vista, CA?
Dr. Luay Sarsam, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Chula Vista, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sarsam is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sarsam’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sarsam’s office at (619) 616-2100.
What languages does Dr. Sarsam speak?
Dr. Sarsam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Sarsam treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Sarsam 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. Sarsam. 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 Palpitations
- Slow Heart Rate
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
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:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
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 Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Which procedures does Dr. Sarsam perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Luay Sarsam 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. Sarsam's office.
Does Dr. Sarsam accept my insurance?
Dr. Sarsam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 616-2100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sarsam accept in Chula Vista, CA?
Dr. Sarsam in Chula Vista, CA 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 Shield of California
Centene
Community Health Group
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
Partnership Health Plan
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sarsam's office located?
Dr. Luay Sarsam's Primary Practice
765 Medical Center Ct Ste 211
Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619) 616-2100
What is Dr. Sarsam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sarsam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558744953.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sarsam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sarsam
What is Dr. Luay Sarsam's specialty?
Dr. Sarsam is a Cardiologist near Chula Vista, CA. 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. Sarsam to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Luay Sarsam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sarsam is affiliated with Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Sharp Grossmont 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 Luay Sarsam accepting new patients in Chula Vista, CA?
Yes, Dr. Luay Sarsam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Luay Sarsam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sarsam's office at (619) 616-2100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Luay Sarsam?
Please contact Dr. Sarsam's office at (619) 616-2100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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