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Dr. Altaf Pirmohamed, MD

Dr. Altaf Pirmohamed, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pirmohamed, Cardiologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Pirmohamed?is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine in the Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiology at Weill Cornell Medicine and New York Presbyterian Hospital. As a specialist in Non-Invasive Cardiology and Vascular Medicine he interprets and performs stress tests, echocardiograms, vascular ultrasounds and consults on the wards of New York-Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital.? Dr. Pirmohamed was born in Silver Spring, Maryland and moved to Washington D.C. for his early education. He attended Georgetown University, earning his undergraduate degree in Economics and Spanish before staying to complete his medical degree. He moved to New York City for his?Internal Medicine residency at?New York Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center.?He then completed?his training in Cardiovascular Diseases and Echocardiography at New York Presbyterian Hospital/Weill-Cornell Medical College.?Dr. Pirmohamed?joined the full time faculty at Weill-Cornell upon completion of his training.Dr. Pirmohamed?s main clinical interests include working with medical trainees and providing advanced education to international clinicians in non-invasive cardiovascular interventions. He is involved in international outreach to provide health care to various communities. His research focuses on dissemination and quality improvement methodologies to investigate and improve barriers to health care delivery in these communities. He is a member of the American Society of Echocardiography, the Society for Vascular Medicine and the American College of Cardiology.Dr. Pirmohamed is fluent in Spanish.

    What languages does Dr. Pirmohamed speak?

    Dr. Pirmohamed and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Pirmohamed typically treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Pirmohamed 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. Pirmohamed. 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:

    • Other Heart and Lung Symptoms
    • Heart Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Cardiopulmonary symptoms
    • Unusual heart and breathing signs
    • Circulatory-respiratory issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0989: Other specified symptoms and signs involving the circulatory and respiratory systems

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • History of Other Medical Treatment
    • Past Medical Procedures
    • Previous Medical Care
    • History of Past Treatments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9289: Personal history of other medical treatment

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Does Dr. Pirmohamed accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pirmohamed 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. Pirmohamed accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Pirmohamed in New York, NY 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)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Pirmohamed's office located?

    Cardiology - Lower Manhattan

    Cardiology - Lower Manhattan

    156 William Street

    6th Floor

    New York, NY 10038

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    What is Dr. Pirmohamed's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Pirmohamed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366784423.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pirmohamed?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pirmohamed

    What is Dr. Altaf Pirmohamed's specialty?

    Dr. Pirmohamed is a Cardiologist near New York, NY.

    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. Altaf Pirmohamed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pirmohamed is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian Hospital/weill Cornell Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Cardiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Altaf Pirmohamed accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Altaf Pirmohamed is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Altaf Pirmohamed offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pirmohamed's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Altaf Pirmohamed?

    Please contact Dr. Pirmohamed's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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