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18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Qamruddin, Cardiologist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Salima Qamruddin, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA. She has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Qamruddin is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Qamruddin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Qamruddin’s office at (504) 842-4135.
Is Dr. Qamruddin board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Salima Qamruddin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Qamruddin speak?
Dr. Qamruddin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Qamruddin typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Qamruddin 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. Qamruddin. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Qamruddin typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Salima Qamruddin 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. Qamruddin's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Qamruddin accept my insurance?
Dr. Qamruddin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 842-4135 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Qamruddin accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Qamruddin in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Ochsner Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Qamruddin's office located?
Dr. Salima Qamruddin's Primary Practice
1514 Jefferson Hwy
New Orleans, LA 70121
(504) 842-4135
What is Dr. Qamruddin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Qamruddin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659581536.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Qamruddin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Qamruddin
What is Dr. Salima Qamruddin's specialty?
Dr. Qamruddin is a Cardiologist near New Orleans, LA.
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. Salima Qamruddin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Qamruddin is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner St. Anne Hospital, Slidell Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Terrebonne General Health System, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock 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 Salima Qamruddin accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Salima Qamruddin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Salima Qamruddin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Qamruddin's office at (504) 842-4135 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Salima Qamruddin?
Please contact Dr. Qamruddin's office at (504) 842-4135 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Salima Qamruddin have?
Dr. Salima Qamruddin is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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