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Dr. Amit Alam, MD

Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Cardiologist

Dallas, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alam, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Dallas, TX?

    Dr. Amit Alam, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX. Dr. Alam is fluent in English, Hindi, Panjabi; Punjabi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alam’s office at (214) 820-1474.

    What languages does Dr. Alam speak?

    Dr. Alam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Hindi
    • Panjabi; Punjabi
    • Urdu

    What conditions does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Alam typically treat?

    As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Alam 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. Alam. 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:

    • Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Systolic Heart Failure
    • Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFrEF
    • Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency
    • Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
    • HFrEF
    • Pumping Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified
    • I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Other Cardiomyopathies
    • Cardiomyopathy
    • Uncommon heart muscle diseases
    • Rare cardiomyopathy types

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I428: Other cardiomyopathies

    Also known as:

    • Having a Heart Transplant
    • Heart Transplantation
    • Cardiac transplant
    • Heart replacement surgery
    • Post-heart transplant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z941: Heart transplant status

    What procedures does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Alam typically perform?

    As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Amit Alam may include:

    Please contact Dr. Alam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Alam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 820-1474 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alam accept in Dallas, TX?

    Dr. Alam in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Alam's office located?

    250 Baylor Scott And White Medprovider

    3410 Worth St Ste 250

    Dallas, TX 75246

    (214) 820-1474

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    What is Dr. Alam's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Alam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588906986.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alam?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alam

    What is Dr. Amit Alam's specialty?

    Dr. Alam is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Dallas, TX.

    What does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist do?

    Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure.

    Is Dr. Amit Alam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alam is affiliated with Nyu Langone Hospital - Long Island, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, St. Francis Hospital & Heart 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

    When to see an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Amit Alam accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Amit Alam is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Amit Alam offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alam's office at (214) 820-1474 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Amit Alam?

    Please contact Dr. Alam's office at (214) 820-1474 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Alam's office located?

    Dr. Alam's office is located in Dallas, TX.