MA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Afana, Interventional Cardiologist in Palos Heights, IL?
Dr. Majed Afana, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Palos Heights, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Afana is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Afana’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Afana’s office.
What languages does Dr. Afana speak?
Dr. Afana and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Afana typically treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Afana 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. Afana. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Afana typically perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Afana performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Afana. 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:
- Coronary Artery Lithotripsy
- Heart artery shockwave therapy
- Intravascular lithotripsy (IVL)
- Percutaneous coronary lithotripsy
- Coronary artery calcification treatment
CPT Codes:
- 92972: Percutaneous transluminal coronary lithotripsy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Wireless Pulmonary Artery Pressure Sensor Implantation
- Pulmonary artery pressure monitor implant
- Heart pressure sensor placement
- PA pressure sensor implantation
- Cardiovascular monitoring device
CPT Codes:
- 33289: Transcatheter implantation of wireless pulmonary artery pressure sensor for long-term hemodynamic monitoring, including deployment and calibration of the sensor, right heart catheterization, selective pulmonary catheterization, radiological supervision and interpretation, and pulmonary artery angiography, when performed
Does Dr. Afana accept my insurance?
Dr. Afana accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Afana accept in Palos Heights, IL?
Dr. Afana in Palos Heights, IL 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)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Afana's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Afana affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Afana has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital,Palos Heights, IL
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital,Palos Heights, IL
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Northwestern Memorial Hospital,Chicago, ILRanked in 4 Procedures
Northwestern Memorial Hospital,Chicago, IL
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital,McHenry, ILRanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital,McHenry, IL
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital,Harvey, ILRanked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital,Harvey, IL
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital,Geneva, IL
Gold Standard Top Hospital
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital,Geneva, IL
Gold Standard Top Hospital
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital,DeKalb, ILRanked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee Hospital,DeKalb, IL
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
What is Dr. Afana's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Afana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558707554.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Afana?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Afana
What is Dr. Majed Afana's specialty?
Dr. Afana is an Interventional Cardiologist near Palos Heights, IL.
What does an Interventional Cardiologist do?
A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function.
Is Dr. Majed Afana affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Afana is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Kishwaukee 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 an Interventional Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Interventional 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 Dr. Majed Afana accepting new patients in Palos Heights, IL?
Yes, Dr. Majed Afana is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Majed Afana offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Afana's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Majed Afana?
Please contact Dr. Afana's office to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Afana's office located?
Dr. Afana's offices are located in Palos Heights, IL, Orland Park, IL, and Winfield, IL.
Other Interventional Cardiologist Near Palos Heights, IL
Interventional Cardiologist
Accepting patientsDr. Daniel Rowan, DO is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Palos Heights, IL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified.
Palos Heights, IL
SF
Interventional Cardiologist
Accepting patientsDr. Setri Fugar, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Michigan City, IN with 2 additional practice locations.
Michigan City, IN
ML
Interventional Cardiologist
Accepting patientsDr. Marysa Leya, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations.
Chicago, IL