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Dr. Haris Athar, MD

Hartford, CT

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Athar, Cardiologist in Hartford, CT?

    Dr. Haris Athar, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Hartford, CT with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Athar graduated from Universitaet Hamburg, Fachbereich Medizin. Dr. Athar is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Athar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Athar’s office at (860) 525-1234.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Athar?

    Dr. Haris Athar, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Cardiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Athar empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Coronary Angioplasty/Stents, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Hartford/CT community, Dr. Athar is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Athar go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of Hamburg | Universitaet Hamburg, Fachbereich Medizin

    Is Dr. Athar board certified in Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Haris Athar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Athar speak?

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

    • English

    • German

    What conditions does Dr. Athar treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Athar 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. Athar. 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:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • R002: Palpitations
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Artificial heart valve
    • Mechanical heart valve
    • Bioprosthetic valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve

    Also known as:

    • Having a Pacemaker
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Heart pacemaker
    • Artificial pacemaker
    • Implanted heart device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFpEF
    • Ongoing Filling Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Blood Clotting Disorder
    • Bleeding Disorder
    • Thrombophilia
    • Increased Clotting Tendency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D6869: Other thrombophilia

    Which procedures does Dr. Athar perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Haris Athar may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Athar's office.

    Does Dr. Athar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Athar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 525-1234 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Athar accept in Hartford, CT?

    Dr. Athar in Hartford, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • American Postal Workers Union APWU

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Connecticut

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Athar's office located?

    Dr. Haris Athar's Primary Practice

    19 Woodland St Ste 43

    Hartford, CT 06105

    (860) 525-1234

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    Dr. Haris Athar's Practice 2

    7 Elm St Ste 201

    Enfield, CT 06082

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    Dr. Haris Athar's Practice 3

    500 Blue Hills Ave

    Hartford, CT 06112

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

    Dr. Athar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740300938.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Athar?

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

    What is Dr. Haris Athar's specialty?

    Dr. Athar is a Cardiologist near Hartford, CT. 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. Athar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Haris Athar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Athar is affiliated with Saint Francis Hospital - Hartford, CT 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

    Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?

    Explore Cardiologist with 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 Haris Athar accepting new patients in Hartford, CT?

    Yes, Dr. Haris Athar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Haris Athar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Athar's office at (860) 525-1234 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Haris Athar?

    Please contact Dr. Athar's office at (860) 525-1234 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Haris Athar have?

    Dr. Haris Athar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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