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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akoum, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Nazem Akoum, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Akoum is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akoum’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akoum’s office at (206) 543-8606.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Akoum?
Dr. Nazem Akoum, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Akoum empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Atrial Fibrillation, Pacemakers/Defibrillators, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Seattle/WA community, Dr. Akoum is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Akoum board certified in Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
Yes, Dr. Nazem Akoum, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Akoum speak?
Dr. Akoum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Akoum treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Akoum 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. Akoum. 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:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Ventricular Tachycardia
- Complete Heart Block
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Ventricular Fibrillation
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- VT
- V-tach
- Fast Ventricular Rhythm
- Complete AV Block
- Third-Degree Heart Block
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
- VFib
- V-fib
- Cardiac Arrest Rhythm
- Fast heart rhythm
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
- SVT
- Supraventricular Tachycardia
- Rapid Heart Rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- I4729: Other ventricular tachycardia
- I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
- I4901: Ventricular fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I4720: Ventricular tachycardia, unspecified
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
- I471: Supraventricular tachycardia
Also known as:
- Other Cardiac Implants
- Heart Devices
- Cardiac Grafts
- Implantable Heart Devices
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95818: Presence of other cardiac implants and grafts
Also known as:
- Cardiomyopathy
- Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
- Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy
- Familial dilated cardiomyopathy
- X-linked dilated cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
- Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness
- HCM
- Thickened Heart Muscle
- Enlarged heart muscle
- DCM
ICD-10 Codes:
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
- I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy
- I422: Other hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
- I420: Dilated cardiomyopathy
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pacemaker Part Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Pacemaker Lead Adjustment
- Pacemaker Component Care
- Cardiac Pacing Device Adjustment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z45018: Encounter for adjustment and management of other part of cardiac pacemaker
Also known as:
- Implantable Defibrillator Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- AICD Management
- Defibrillator Adjustment
- ICD Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4502: Encounter for adjustment and management of automatic implantable cardiac defibrillator
Which procedures does Dr. Akoum perform as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nazem Akoum 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. Akoum's office.
Does Dr. Akoum accept my insurance?
Dr. Akoum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 543-8606 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akoum accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Akoum in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia (Regence)
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal Employee Program
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Akoum's office located?
What is Dr. Akoum's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akoum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265627095.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akoum?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akoum
What is Dr. Nazem Akoum's specialty?
Dr. Akoum is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Seattle, WA. A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments. Contact Dr. Akoum to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nazem Akoum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akoum is affiliated with UW Medical Center - Montlake which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?
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Is Nazem Akoum accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Nazem Akoum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nazem Akoum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akoum's office at (206) 543-8606 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nazem Akoum?
Please contact Dr. Akoum's office at (206) 543-8606 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nazem Akoum have?
Dr. Nazem Akoum is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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