19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Ghai, Cardiologist in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Akash Ghai, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ghai graduated from University Of Toronto Faculty Of Medicine and completed his residency at Toronto General Hospital. Dr. Ghai is fluent in English, Greek, Modern (1453-), Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ghai’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ghai’s office at (972) 283-1800.
Where did Dr. Ghai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Toronto General Hospital | TORONTO GENERAL HOSPITAL
Medical School: University Of Toronto Faculty Of Medicine | University Of Toronto Faculty Of Medicine
Is Dr. Ghai board certified in Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Akash Ghai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ghai speak?
Dr. Ghai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Greek, Modern (1453-)
Hindi
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Ghai treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Ghai 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. Ghai. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Acute Decompensated HFpEF
- Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Ghai perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Akash Ghai 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ghai's office.
Does Dr. Ghai accept my insurance?
Dr. Ghai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (972) 283-1800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ghai accept in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Ghai in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
HealthSmart
Medicare
Molina
Oscar Health Insurance Co
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Where is Dr. Ghai's office located?
Dr. Akash Ghai's Primary Practice
3430 W Wheatland Rd Ste 202
Dallas, TX 75237
(972) 283-1800
What is Dr. Ghai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ghai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588690440.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ghai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ghai
What is Dr. Akash Ghai's specialty?
Dr. Ghai is a Cardiologist near Dallas, TX. 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. Ghai to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Akash Ghai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ghai is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Akash Ghai accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?
Yes, Dr. Akash Ghai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Akash Ghai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ghai's office at (972) 283-1800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Akash Ghai?
Please contact Dr. Ghai's office at (972) 283-1800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Akash Ghai have?
Dr. Akash Ghai is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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