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25 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Islam, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Nauman Islam, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Islam graduated from Rawalpindi Medical College and completed his residency at Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Internal Medicine. Dr. Islam is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Islam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Islam’s office at (610) 402-3110.
Where did Dr. Islam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Internal Medicine | University at Buffalo Program
Medical School: Rawalpindi Med Coll Univ of The Punjab | Rawalpindi Medical College | Universidad De Santiago De Chile, Facultad De Medicina
Is Dr. Islam board certified as an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Nauman Islam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Islam speak?
Dr. Islam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Islam typically treat?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Islam 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. Islam. 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:
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
- Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
- Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
- I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
What procedures does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Islam typically perform?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Nauman Islam 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. Islam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Islam accept my insurance?
Dr. Islam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 402-3110 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Islam accept in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Islam in Allentown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital Blue Cross
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Employer Health Options Administered Payer
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Islam's office located?
What is Dr. Islam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Islam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689627788.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Islam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Islam
What is Dr. Nauman Islam's specialty?
Dr. Islam is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Allentown, PA.
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 this Dr. Nauman Islam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Islam is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Schuylkill S. Jackson Street, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Dickson City, Pottstown 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
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Is Nauman Islam accepting new patients in Allentown, PA?
Yes, Dr. Nauman Islam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nauman Islam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Islam's office at (610) 402-3110 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nauman Islam?
Please contact Dr. Islam's office at (610) 402-3110 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nauman Islam have?
Dr. Nauman Islam is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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