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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Saleem, Thoracic Surgeon in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Kashif Saleem, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Saleem is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saleem’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saleem’s office at (317) 923-1787.
What languages does Dr. Saleem speak?
Dr. Saleem and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Saleem typically treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Saleem 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. Saleem. 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:
- 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Also known as:
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
- Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
- Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
- I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy
Also known as:
- Awaiting Organ Transplant
- Organ Transplantation
- Organ transplant waitlist
- On transplant list
- Pre-transplant status
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7682: Awaiting organ transplant status
Also known as:
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Saleem typically perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Kashif Saleem may include:
- Aortic Stent Grafts
- Arteriovenous Graft Placement
- Atherectomy
- Carotid Surgery
- Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)
- Endovenous Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins
- Limb Salvage Surgery
- Mediastinal Adenopathy Surgery
Please contact Dr. Saleem's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Saleem accept my insurance?
Dr. Saleem accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 923-1787 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Saleem accept in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Saleem in Indianapolis, IN 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Highmark Health
Humana
Medicare
Sagamore Health Network
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Saleem's office located?
What is Dr. Saleem's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Saleem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952626590.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saleem?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Saleem
What is Dr. Kashif Saleem's specialty?
Dr. Saleem is a Thoracic Surgeon near Indianapolis, IN.
What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?
A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty.
Is this Dr. Kashif Saleem affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Saleem is affiliated with Iu Health Methodist Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital - Vincennes, In, Iu Health Ball Memorial Hospital, Hancock Regional 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 Thoracic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kashif Saleem accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?
Yes, Dr. Kashif Saleem is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kashif Saleem offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Saleem's office at (317) 923-1787 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kashif Saleem?
Please contact Dr. Saleem's office at (317) 923-1787 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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