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Who is Dr. Araj, Cardiologist in Irving, TX?
Dr. Faris Araj, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Irving, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Araj is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Araj’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Araj’s office at (214) 645-5505.
Is Dr. Araj board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Faris Araj, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Araj speak?
Dr. Araj and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Araj typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Araj 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. Araj. 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:
- Having a Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac transplant
- Heart replacement surgery
- Post-heart transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z941: Heart transplant status
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 Heart Assist Device
- Ventricular assist device (VAD)
- Artificial heart pump
- Cardiac support device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95811: Presence of heart assist device
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. Araj typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Faris Araj 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. Araj's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Araj accept my insurance?
Dr. Araj accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 645-5505 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Araj accept in Irving, TX?
Dr. Araj in Irving, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Araj's office located?
Dr. Faris Araj's Primary Practice
6121 N State Highway 161 Ste 300
Irving, TX 75038
(214) 645-5505
What is Dr. Araj's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Araj's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205045184.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Araj?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Araj
What is Dr. Faris Araj's specialty?
Dr. Araj is a Cardiologist near Irving, TX.
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. Faris Araj affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Araj is affiliated with William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano, Texas Health Denton, Texas Health Southwest Fort Worth, Christus St. Michael Health System 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 Faris Araj accepting new patients in Irving, TX?
Yes, Dr. Faris Araj is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Faris Araj offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Araj's office at (214) 645-5505 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Faris Araj?
Please contact Dr. Araj's office at (214) 645-5505 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Faris Araj have?
Dr. Faris Araj is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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