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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Acheampong, Pediatric Cardiologist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Benjamin Acheampong is a Pediatric Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN. Dr. Acheampong is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Acheampong’s office at (972) 566-7000.
What languages does Dr. Acheampong speak?
Dr. Acheampong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Cardiologist like Dr. Acheampong typically treat?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Acheampong 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. Acheampong. 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:
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus
- Leaky Aortic Valve at Birth
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Discordant Ventriculoarterial Connection
- Narrowing of the Aorta
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Critical congenital heart disease
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- PDA
- Open Ductus Arteriosus
- Heart Connection Problem in Newborns
- Congenital Aortic Regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Aortic Valve Leak
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
- Transposition of the Great Arteries
- Heart Artery Misconnection
- Aortic Coarctation
- CoA
- Pinched Aorta
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
- Q250: Patent ductus arteriosus
- Q231: Congenital insufficiency of aortic valve
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
- Q203: Discordant ventriculoarterial connection
- Q251: Coarctation of aorta
Also known as:
- Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Cardiac murmur
- Abnormal heart sound
- Heart sound abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Cardiologist like Dr. Acheampong typically perform?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Acheampong 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. Acheampong's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Acheampong accept my insurance?
Dr. Acheampong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (972) 566-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Acheampong accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Acheampong in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Oscar Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Acheampong's office located?
What is Dr. Acheampong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Acheampong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275970048.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Acheampong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Acheampong
What is Dr. Benjamin Acheampong's specialty?
Dr. Acheampong is a Pediatric Cardiologist near Nashville, TN.
What does a Pediatric Cardiologist do?
A pediatric cardiologist provides comprehensive care for children with cardiovascular issues, offering expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing heart and blood vessel conditions. This specialist is skilled in selecting, performing, and interpreting structural and functional assessments of the heart and blood vessels, as well as conducting thorough clinical evaluations of cardiovascular diseases in young patients.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Acheampong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Acheampong is affiliated with Medical City Dallas Hospital 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 Pediatric Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Benjamin Acheampong accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Acheampong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Acheampong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Acheampong's office at (972) 566-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Acheampong?
Please contact Dr. Acheampong's office at (972) 566-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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