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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Abdou, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Mahmoud Abdou, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA. Dr. Abdou is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abdou’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abdou’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Abdou?
Dr. Mahmoud Abdou, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Abdou empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Heart Failure, Pulmonary Hypertension, Transplant Medicine-Heart, Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD), and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Atlanta, GA community, Dr. Abdou is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Abdou speak?
Dr. Abdou and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Abdou typically treat?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Abdou 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. Abdou. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Chronic Combined Systolic and Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Mixed Heart Failure
- Chronic Biventricular Heart Failure
- Ongoing Systolic and Diastolic Dysfunction
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
- Worsening chronic heart failure
- Acute decompensated heart failure
- Sudden worsening heart failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5042: Chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5043: Acute on chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Assist Device
- Ventricular assist device (VAD)
- Artificial heart pump
- Cardiac support device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95811: Presence of heart assist device
Also known as:
- Heart Transplant Aftercare
- Heart Transplantation
- Post-heart transplant care
- Heart transplant follow-up
- Cardiac transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4821: Encounter for aftercare following heart transplant
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Abdou typically perform?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Mahmoud Abdou 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. Abdou's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Abdou accept my insurance?
Dr. Abdou accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Abdou accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Abdou in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Abdou's office located?
What is Dr. Abdou's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Abdou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518283282.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abdou?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abdou
What is Dr. Mahmoud Abdou's specialty?
Dr. Abdou is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Atlanta, GA.
What does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist do?
Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure.
Is this Dr. Mahmoud Abdou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Abdou is affiliated with Emory University Hospital, Emory Johns Creek Hospital, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital - Atlanta 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 Mahmoud Abdou accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Mahmoud Abdou is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mahmoud Abdou offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Abdou's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mahmoud Abdou?
Please contact Dr. Abdou's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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1365 Clifton Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30322