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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Al Rifai, Cardiologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Mahmoud Al Rifai, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. Dr. Al Rifai is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Al Rifai’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Al Rifai’s office at (316) 293-1818.
What languages does Dr. Al Rifai speak?
Dr. Al Rifai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Al Rifai typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Al Rifai 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. Al Rifai. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Leaky tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Al Rifai typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Mahmoud Al Rifai 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
Please contact Dr. Al Rifai's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Al Rifai accept my insurance?
Dr. Al Rifai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (316) 293-1818 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Al Rifai accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Al Rifai in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Verda Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Al Rifai's office located?
Dr. Mahmoud Al Rifai's Primary Practice
6550 Fannin St Ste 1901
Houston, TX 77030
(316) 293-1818
What is Dr. Al Rifai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Al Rifai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922456219.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Al Rifai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Al Rifai
What is Dr. Mahmoud Al Rifai's specialty?
Dr. Al Rifai is a Cardiologist near Houston, TX.
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 this Dr. Mahmoud Al Rifai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Al Rifai is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston Methodist Clear Lake 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
When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Mahmoud Al Rifai accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Mahmoud Al Rifai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mahmoud Al Rifai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Al Rifai's office at (316) 293-1818 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mahmoud Al Rifai?
Please contact Dr. Al Rifai's office at (316) 293-1818 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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