32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ahmad, Cardiologist in Freeport, IL?
Dr. Arif Ahmad, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Freeport, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Ahmad graduated from Allama Iqbal Medical College and completed his residency at St Barnabas Hospital Program. Dr. Ahmad is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmad’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmad’s office at (608) 324-2000.
Where did Dr. Ahmad go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Barnabas Hospital Program
Medical School: Allama Iqbal Med Coll- Univ Of Punjab- Lahore- Pakistan | Allama Iqbal Medical College
Is Dr. Ahmad board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Arif Ahmad, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ahmad speak?
Dr. Ahmad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Ahmad typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Ahmad 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. Ahmad. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Other Pacemaker Part Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Pacemaker Lead Adjustment
- Pacemaker Component Care
- Cardiac Pacing Device Adjustment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z45018: Encounter for adjustment and management of other part of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Ahmad typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Arif Ahmad 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. Ahmad's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ahmad accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahmad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (608) 324-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmad accept in Freeport, IL?
Dr. Ahmad in Freeport, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allegiance Benefit Plan Management
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Network Health
Other Health Care Provider
State of Illinois
Thrivent
UMR Administered Payer
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ahmad's office located?
What is Dr. Ahmad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ahmad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881615516.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahmad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ahmad
What is Dr. Arif Ahmad's specialty?
Dr. Ahmad is a Cardiologist near Freeport, IL.
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. Arif Ahmad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ahmad is affiliated with Ssm Health Monroe Hospital, Southwest Health Center 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 a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Arif Ahmad accepting new patients in Freeport, IL?
Yes, Dr. Arif Ahmad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Arif Ahmad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office at (608) 324-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Arif Ahmad?
Please contact Dr. Ahmad's office at (608) 324-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Arif Ahmad have?
Dr. Arif Ahmad is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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