Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Assi, Cardiologist in Fort Smith, AR?
Dr. Nizar Assi, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Fort Smith, AR with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Assi graduated from Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India and completed his residency at St Louis Univ Sch Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; St Louis Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine; St Luke'S Hosp, Internal Medicine; St Louis Univ Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Assi is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Assi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Assi’s office at (618) 498-6402.
Where did Dr. Assi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Louis Univ Sch Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; St Louis Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine; St Luke'S Hosp, Internal Medicine; St Louis Univ Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology | St Louis University School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India
What languages does Dr. Assi speak?
Dr. Assi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Assi treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Assi 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. Assi. 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:
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Ventricular Tachycardia
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
- VT
- V-tach
- Fast heart rhythm
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
- I4720: Ventricular tachycardia, unspecified
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
What procedures does Dr. Assi perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Assi performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Assi. 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:
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Additional Non-Coronary Vessel)
- IVUS (Non-Coronary)
- Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Artery Ultrasound
- IVUS for Blood Vessels
- Non-Coronary Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Blood Vessel Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 37252: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; initial noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 37253: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; each additional noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Major Vein Catheter Insertion
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Central Venous Catheter Placement
- Vena Cava Catheterization
- IVC/SVC Catheter Insertion
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36010: Introduction of catheter, superior or inferior vena cava
- 36247: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
Also known as:
- Vein Stent Placement
- Transcatheter Vein Stenting
- Intravascular Vein Stent
- Percutaneous Vein Angioplasty and Stent
CPT Codes:
- 37238: Transcatheter placement of an intravascular stent(s), open or percutaneous, including radiological supervision and interpretation and including angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed; initial vein
Does Dr. Assi accept my insurance?
Dr. Assi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (618) 498-6402 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Assi accept in Fort Smith, AR?
Dr. Assi in Fort Smith, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Christian Healthcare Ministries
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Assi's office located?
Dr. Nizar Assi's Primary Practice
7001 Rogers Ave Ste 401A
Fort Smith, AR 72903
(618) 498-6402
What is Dr. Assi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Assi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194772954.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Assi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Assi
What is Dr. Nizar Assi's specialty?
Dr. Assi is a Cardiologist near Fort Smith, AR. 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. Contact Dr. Assi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nizar Assi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Assi is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Fort Smith 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
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Is Nizar Assi accepting new patients in Fort Smith, AR?
Yes, Dr. Nizar Assi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nizar Assi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Assi's office at (618) 498-6402 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nizar Assi?
Please contact Dr. Assi's office at (618) 498-6402 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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