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Who is Dr. Abdulla, Cardiologist in Galveston, TX?
Dr. Amer Abdulla, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Galveston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Abdulla is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abdulla’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abdulla’s office at (409) 772-9835.
What languages does Dr. Abdulla speak?
Dr. Abdulla and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Abdulla treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Abdulla 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. Abdulla. 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:
- Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Mitral Valve Calcification
- Other Aortic Valve Disorder
- Heart Valve Disease
- Leaky tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid regurgitation
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Calcified mitral valve ring
- Mitral annulus calcification
- Aortic Valve Problems
- Aortic Valve Conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I3481: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) annulus calcification
- I358: Other nonrheumatic aortic valve disorders
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Fast Heartbeat
- Slow Heart Rate
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
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:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Which procedures does Dr. Abdulla perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Amer Abdulla 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. Abdulla's office.
Does Dr. Abdulla accept my insurance?
Dr. Abdulla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (409) 772-9835 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Abdulla accept in Galveston, TX?
Dr. Abdulla in Galveston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Other Health Care Provider
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Abdulla's office located?
Dr. Amer Abdulla's Primary Practice
301 University Blvd
Galveston, TX 77555
(409) 772-9835
What is Dr. Abdulla's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Abdulla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437533205.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abdulla?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abdulla
What is Dr. Amer Abdulla's specialty?
Dr. Abdulla is a Cardiologist near Galveston, TX. 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. Abdulla to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Amer Abdulla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Abdulla is affiliated with John Sealy Hospital, Galveston, Peterson Regional Medical Center, Christus Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth 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
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Is Amer Abdulla accepting new patients in Galveston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Amer Abdulla is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amer Abdulla offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Abdulla's office at (409) 772-9835 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amer Abdulla?
Please contact Dr. Abdulla's office at (409) 772-9835 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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