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Who is Dr. Tahir, Cardiologist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Ammar Tahir, DO is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Tahir is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tahir’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tahir’s office at (404) 605-2800.
What languages does Dr. Tahir speak?
Dr. Tahir and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Tahir treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Tahir 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. Tahir. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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:
- 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:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Abnormal Heart Imaging Results
- Heart Health Tests
- Abnormal cardiac scan
- Unusual heart test results
- Abnormal coronary imaging
ICD-10 Codes:
- R931: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of heart and coronary circulation
Which procedures does Dr. Tahir perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ammar Tahir 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. Tahir's office.
Does Dr. Tahir accept my insurance?
Dr. Tahir accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 605-2800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tahir accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Tahir in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Indiana University Health
Medicare
MyTruAdvantage
Trustmark Insurance Company
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tahir's office located?
Dr. Ammar Tahir's Primary Practice
275 Collier Rd NW Ste 500
Atlanta, GA 30309
(404) 605-2800
What is Dr. Tahir's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tahir's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962812750.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tahir?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tahir
What is Dr. Ammar Tahir's specialty?
Dr. Tahir is a Cardiologist near Atlanta, GA. 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. Tahir to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ammar Tahir affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Tahir is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Community Hospital East. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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?
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Is Ammar Tahir accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Ammar Tahir is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ammar Tahir offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tahir's office at (404) 605-2800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ammar Tahir?
Please contact Dr. Tahir's office at (404) 605-2800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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