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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chitsaz Avval, Cardiologist in Pittsburg, CA?
Dr. Sam Chitsaz Avval, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Pittsburg, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Chitsaz Avval is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chitsaz Avval’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chitsaz Avval’s office at (925) 432-3318.
What languages does Dr. Chitsaz Avval speak?
Dr. Chitsaz Avval and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does Dr. Chitsaz Avval treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Chitsaz Avval 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. Chitsaz Avval. 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:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Supraventricular Tachycardia
- Premature Atrial Contractions
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- SVT
- Fast heart rate
- Rapid heartbeat
- PACs
- Atrial Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Atrial)
- Rapid Heart Rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4710: Supraventricular tachycardia, unspecified
- I491: Atrial premature depolarization
- I471: Supraventricular tachycardia
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Acute Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Sudden heart failure
- Acute congestive heart failure
- Sudden cardiac decompensation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5021: Acute systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
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
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Which procedures does Dr. Chitsaz Avval perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sam Chitsaz Avval 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. Chitsaz Avval's office.
Does Dr. Chitsaz Avval accept my insurance?
Dr. Chitsaz Avval accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 432-3318 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chitsaz Avval accept in Pittsburg, CA?
Dr. Chitsaz Avval in Pittsburg, CA 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 Shield of California
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Humana
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chitsaz Avval's office located?
Dr. Sam Chitsaz Avval's Primary Practice
2220 Gladstone Dr Ste 3
Pittsburg, CA 94565
(925) 432-3318
What is Dr. Chitsaz Avval's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chitsaz Avval's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821364084.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chitsaz Avval?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chitsaz Avval
What is Dr. Sam Chitsaz Avval's specialty?
Dr. Chitsaz Avval is a Cardiologist near Pittsburg, CA. 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. Chitsaz Avval to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sam Chitsaz Avval affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chitsaz Avval is affiliated with Sutter Delta Medical Center, John Muir Health Walnut Creek 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 Sam Chitsaz Avval accepting new patients in Pittsburg, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sam Chitsaz Avval is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sam Chitsaz Avval offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chitsaz Avval's office at (925) 432-3318 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sam Chitsaz Avval?
Please contact Dr. Chitsaz Avval's office at (925) 432-3318 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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