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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Salifu, Cardiologist in Glasgow, KY?
Dr. Zakare Salifu, DO is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Glasgow, KY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Salifu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salifu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salifu’s office at (270) 384-4764.
What languages does Dr. Salifu speak?
Dr. Salifu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Salifu typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Salifu 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. Salifu. 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:
- 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 Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Slow Heart Rate
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Salifu typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Zakare Salifu 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. Salifu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Salifu accept my insurance?
Dr. Salifu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (270) 384-4764 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Salifu accept in Glasgow, KY?
Dr. Salifu in Glasgow, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
American Plan Administrators
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthComp
Humana
Medicare
State of Kentucky
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Salifu's office located?
Dr. Zakare Salifu's Primary Practice
310 N L Rogers Wells Blvd
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 384-4764
What is Dr. Salifu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Salifu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770610081.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salifu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Salifu
What is Dr. Zakare Salifu's specialty?
Dr. Salifu is a Cardiologist near Glasgow, KY.
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. Zakare Salifu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Salifu is affiliated with T.j. Samson Community Hospital, T.j. Samson Community Hospital, The Medical Center At Bowling Green, Tristar Centennial Medical Center 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 Zakare Salifu accepting new patients in Glasgow, KY?
Yes, Dr. Zakare Salifu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Zakare Salifu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Salifu's office at (270) 384-4764 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Zakare Salifu?
Please contact Dr. Salifu's office at (270) 384-4764 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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