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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rifki, Cardiologist in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. Oktay Rifki, MD, PHD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Charlotte, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Rifki is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rifki’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rifki’s office.
What languages does Dr. Rifki speak?
Dr. Rifki and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Rifki typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Rifki 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. Rifki. 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:
- 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
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Rifki typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Oktay Rifki 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. Rifki's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Rifki accept my insurance?
Dr. Rifki accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rifki accept in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. Rifki in Charlotte, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Rifki's office located?
What is Dr. Rifki's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rifki's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679992416.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rifki?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rifki
What is Dr. Oktay Rifki's specialty?
Dr. Rifki is a Cardiologist near Charlotte, NC.
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. Oktay Rifki affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rifki is affiliated with Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center 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 Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Oktay Rifki accepting new patients in Charlotte, NC?
Yes, Dr. Oktay Rifki is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Oktay Rifki offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rifki's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Oktay Rifki?
Please contact Dr. Rifki's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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