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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Abbas, Cardiologist in Huntsville, AL?
Dr. Rashida Abbas, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Huntsville, AL with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Abbas graduated from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Abbas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abbas’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abbas’s office at (256) 539-4080.
Where did Dr. Abbas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
What languages does Dr. Abbas speak?
Dr. Abbas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Abbas treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Abbas 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. Abbas. 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Hardening of Heart Bypass Arteries (No Chest Pain)
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Blocked heart bypass grafts without angina
- Atherosclerosis in grafts
- Silent coronary artery disease in grafts
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25810: Atherosclerosis of coronary artery bypass graft(s) without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Slow Heart Rate
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Flutter
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- A-flutter
- Heart flutter
- Rapid atrial rhythm
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- R002: Palpitations
- I4892: Unspecified atrial flutter
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Leaky tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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 Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Which procedures does Dr. Abbas perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Rashida Abbas 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. Abbas' office.
Does Dr. Abbas accept my insurance?
Dr. Abbas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 539-4080 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Abbas accept in Huntsville, AL?
Dr. Abbas in Huntsville, 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 Blue Shield of Michigan
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicaid
Medicare
Other TPA
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Abbas' office located?
Dr. Rashida Abbas' Primary Practice
930 Franklin St SE
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 539-4080
What is Dr. Abbas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Abbas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811044605.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abbas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abbas
What is Dr. Rashida Abbas's specialty?
Dr. Abbas is a Cardiologist near Huntsville, 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. Abbas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rashida Abbas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Abbas is affiliated with Huntsville 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 Rashida Abbas accepting new patients in Huntsville, AL?
Yes, Dr. Rashida Abbas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rashida Abbas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Abbas's office at (256) 539-4080 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rashida Abbas?
Please contact Dr. Abbas's office at (256) 539-4080 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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