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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Azam, Interventional Cardiologist in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Salman Azam, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Azam is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Azam’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Azam’s office at (310) 257-0508.
Is Dr. Azam board certified as an Interventional Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Salman Azam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Azam speak?
Dr. Azam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Azam treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Azam 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. Azam. 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:
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Combined Systolic and Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
- Long-term Mixed Heart Failure
- Chronic Biventricular Heart Failure
- Ongoing Systolic and Diastolic Dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5042: Chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
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. Azam perform as an Interventional Cardiologist?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Salman Azam may include:
- Balloon Angioplasty / Stent
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Heart Valve Repair / Valvuloplasty
- Pacemaker Implant
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Azam's office.
Does Dr. Azam accept my insurance?
Dr. Azam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 257-0508 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Azam accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Azam in Torrance, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Alliant Health Plans
Blue Shield of California
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
OptumRx
Other Provider Networks
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Azam's office located?
Dr. Salman Azam's Primary Practice
2841 Lomita Blvd Ste 100
Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 257-0508
What is Dr. Azam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Azam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962616888.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Azam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Azam
What is Dr. Salman Azam's specialty?
Dr. Azam is a Interventional Cardiologist near Torrance, CA. A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function. Contact Dr. Azam to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Salman Azam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Azam is affiliated with Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Memorial Hospital of Gardena, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Alhambra Hospital Medical 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
Where can I learn more about Interventional Cardiologist?
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Is Salman Azam accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. Salman Azam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Salman Azam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Azam's office at (310) 257-0508 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Salman Azam?
Please contact Dr. Azam's office at (310) 257-0508 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Salman Azam have?
Dr. Salman Azam is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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