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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Afiniwala, Cardiologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Mitul Afiniwala, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. He is board certified. Dr. Afiniwala is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Afiniwala’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Afiniwala’s office.
Is Dr. Afiniwala board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Mitul Afiniwala, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Afiniwala speak?
Dr. Afiniwala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Afiniwala typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Afiniwala 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. Afiniwala. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Arrhythmia
- Fast Heartbeat
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
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:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Afiniwala typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Mitul Afiniwala 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. Afiniwala's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Afiniwala accept my insurance?
Dr. Afiniwala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Afiniwala accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Afiniwala in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Independence Health Group
Independent Health Association
Jefferson Health
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Afiniwala's office located?
What is Dr. Afiniwala's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Afiniwala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053594408.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Afiniwala?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Afiniwala
What is Dr. Mitul Afiniwala's specialty?
Dr. Afiniwala is a Cardiologist near Philadelphia, PA.
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. Mitul Afiniwala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Afiniwala is affiliated with Jefferson Torresdale Hospital, Temple University Hospital, Jefferson Abington Hospital, Jefferson Bucks Hospital, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital 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 Mitul Afiniwala accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Mitul Afiniwala is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mitul Afiniwala offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Afiniwala's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mitul Afiniwala?
Please contact Dr. Afiniwala's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mitul Afiniwala have?
Dr. Mitul Afiniwala is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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5000 Frankford Ave # 1
Philadelphia, PA 19124