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Dr. Tarana Nekzad, DO

Waldorf, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nekzad, Cardiologist in Waldorf, MD?

    Dr. Tarana Nekzad, DO is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Waldorf, MD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Nekzad is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nekzad’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nekzad’s office at (301) 373-7900.

    What languages does Dr. Nekzad speak?

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

    • English

    • Persian

    What conditions does Dr. Nekzad treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Nekzad 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. Nekzad. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Arrhythmia
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Irregular heartbeat
    • Heart rhythm disorder
    • Cardiac dysrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
    • R002: Palpitations
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    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:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    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:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    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:

    • 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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
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    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, 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:

    • 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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Which procedures does Dr. Nekzad perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Tarana Nekzad may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nekzad's office.

    Does Dr. Nekzad accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nekzad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 373-7900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nekzad accept in Waldorf, MD?

    Dr. Nekzad in Waldorf, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of Maryland

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nekzad's office located?

    Dr. Tarana Nekzad's Primary Practice

    10 Saint Patricks Dr

    Waldorf, MD 20603

    (301) 373-7900

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    Dr. Tarana Nekzad's Practice 2

    13950 Brandywine Rd

    Brandywine, MD 20613

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    Dr. Tarana Nekzad's Practice 3

    25500 Point Lookout Rd

    Leonardtown, MD 20650

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

    Dr. Nekzad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609257187.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nekzad?

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

    What is Dr. Tarana Nekzad's specialty?

    Dr. Nekzad is a Cardiologist near Waldorf, MD. 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. Nekzad to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Tarana Nekzad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nekzad is affiliated with MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center, MedStar Washington Hospital Center, MedStar St. Mary's Hospital, VHC Health - Virginia Hospital Center, MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center, Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring 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 Tarana Nekzad accepting new patients in Waldorf, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Tarana Nekzad is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tarana Nekzad offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nekzad's office at (301) 373-7900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Tarana Nekzad?

    Please contact Dr. Nekzad's office at (301) 373-7900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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