RI
32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Islam, Cardiologist in Monroe, LA?
Dr. Rezaul Islam, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Monroe, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Islam graduated from Dhaka Medical College and Hospital and completed his residency at Western Pennsylvania Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Western Pennsylvania Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Islam is fluent in English and Bengali, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Islam’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Islam’s office at (318) 699-0505.
Where did Dr. Islam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Western Pennsylvania Hosp, Cardiovascular Diseases; Western Pennsylvania Hosp, Internal Medicine | PCOM/Pennsylvania Hospital Program
Medical School: Dhaka Med Coll, Dhaka University, Bangladesh | Dhaka Medical College and Hospital
Is Dr. Islam board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Rezaul 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:
Bengali
English
What conditions does Dr. Islam treat?
As a 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.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Angina (Chest Pain)
- Angina
- Angina Pectoris
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Heart-Related Chest Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- I209: Angina pectoris, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does Dr. Islam perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Islam 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. 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.
Also known as:
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 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:
- Leg Artery Revascularization with Atherectomy and Angioplasty
- Leg Artery Revascularization with Stent and Atherectomy
- Tibial Artery Revascularization
- Peroneal Artery Revascularization
- Leg Artery Plaque Removal
- Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment
- Femoral artery revascularization
- Popliteal artery revascularization
- Leg artery stenting and atherectomy
- Endovascular leg artery repair
CPT Codes:
- 37229: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial, peroneal artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
- 37227: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal stent placement(s) and atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Unblocking with Atherectomy and Angioplasty
- Femoral Artery Revascularization
- Popliteal Artery Atherectomy
- Leg Artery Angioplasty
- Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 37225: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
Also known as:
- Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
- Permanent Pacemaker Placement
- Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
- Heart Rhythm Device Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular
Also known as:
- Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
- Pacemaker Generator Exchange
- Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
- Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Clearing and Widening (Atherectomy/Angioplasty)
- Tibial/Peroneal Artery Revascularization
- Endovascular Leg Artery Treatment
- Atherectomy and Angioplasty (Leg)
- Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 37233: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial/peroneal artery, unilateral, each additional vessel; with atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Implantable Defibrillator Placement
- ICD insertion
- Permanent defibrillator implant
- Heart defibrillator replacement
- Transvenous defibrillator system
CPT Codes:
- 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber
Also known as:
- Defibrillator Battery Replacement
- ICD Generator Replacement
- Implantable Defibrillator Exchange
- Dual Lead Defibrillator Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33263: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; dual lead system
Also known as:
- Iliac Artery Stent Placement
- Endovascular iliac artery stenting
- Iliac artery angioplasty with stent
- Pelvic artery revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 37221: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, iliac artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with transluminal stent placement(s), includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
Also known as:
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
- Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
- Under-Skin Heart Monitor
- Cardiac Event Recorder Implant
CPT Codes:
- 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming
Does Dr. Islam accept my insurance?
Dr. Islam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 699-0505 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Islam accept in Monroe, LA?
Dr. Islam in Monroe, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Ascension Health
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
MedImpact
UnitedHealthcare
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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 1841237286.
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. Rezaul Islam's specialty?
Dr. Islam is a Cardiologist near Monroe, LA. 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. Islam to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rezaul Islam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Islam is affiliated with Ochsner LSU Health - Monroe Medical Center, St. Dominic Hospital, Ochsner LSU Health - St. Mary Medical Center, University of Mississippi Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Northern Louisiana Medical 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
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Is Rezaul Islam accepting new patients in Monroe, LA?
Yes, Dr. Rezaul Islam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rezaul Islam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Islam's office at (318) 699-0505 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rezaul Islam?
Please contact Dr. Islam's office at (318) 699-0505 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rezaul Islam have?
Dr. Rezaul Islam is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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