Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Salam, Interventional Cardiologist in Covington, LA?
Dr. Hamid Salam, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Covington, LA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Salam graduated from Dow Medical College and completed his residency at Advocate Il Masonic Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Advocate Il Masonic Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Salam is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salam’s office at (985) 871-4140.
Where did Dr. Salam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Advocate Il Masonic Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Advocate Il Masonic Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Advocate Il Masonic Med Center | Advocate Christ Medical Center Program
Medical School: Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan | Dow Medical College
Is Dr. Salam board certified as an Interventional Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Hamid Salam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Salam speak?
Dr. Salam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Urdu
What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Salam typically treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Salam 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. Salam. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. Salam typically perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Salam 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. Salam. 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:
- Heart Artery Shockwave Treatment
- Coronary lithotripsy
- Intravascular lithotripsy (IVL)
- Heart artery calcification treatment
- Percutaneous coronary lithotripsy
CPT Codes:
- 0715T: Percutaneous transluminal coronary lithotripsy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Salam accept my insurance?
Dr. Salam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 871-4140 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Salam accept in Covington, LA?
Dr. Salam in Covington, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
WebTPA
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Where is Dr. Salam's office located?
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
80% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Wait Times
100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Diagnosis
100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Hamid Salam an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Salam has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Salam, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Salam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Salam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346287737.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Salam
What is Dr. Hamid Salam's specialty?
Dr. Salam is a Interventional Cardiologist near Covington, LA.
What does an Interventional Cardiologist do?
A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function.
Is this Dr. Hamid Salam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Salam is affiliated with St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Slidell Memorial Hospital, East Jefferson General Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, North Oaks Medical Center, Memorial Hospital Gulfport 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 an Interventional Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Hamid Salam accepting new patients in Covington, LA?
Yes, Dr. Hamid Salam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hamid Salam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Salam's office at (985) 871-4140 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hamid Salam?
Please contact Dr. Salam's office at (985) 871-4140 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hamid Salam have?
Dr. Hamid Salam is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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