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Dr. Farhad Elmi, MD

Pottstown, PA

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Elmi, Cardiologist in Pottstown, PA?

    Dr. Farhad Elmi, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Pottstown, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Elmi completed his residency at Geisinger Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Easton Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Elmi is fluent in English, Hindi, Italian, and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elmi’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elmi’s office at (908) 213-3100.

    Where did Dr. Elmi go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Geisinger Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Easton Hosp, Internal Medicine | Geisinger Health System Program

    • Medical School: Teheran University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Elmi board certified in Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Farhad Elmi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Elmi speak?

    Dr. Elmi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Italian

    • Persian

    What conditions does Dr. Elmi treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Elmi 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. Elmi. 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:

    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Arrhythmia
    • Slow Heart Rate
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Right Bundle Branch Block
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
    • Premature Ventricular Contractions
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart
    • Irregular heartbeat
    • Heart rhythm disorder
    • Cardiac dysrhythmia
    • Bradycardia
    • Slow Pulse
    • Low Heart Rate
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • RBBB
    • Right Heart Block
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Cardiac Dysrhythmia
    • Irregular Heartbeat
    • Heart Rhythm Problems
    • PVCs
    • Ventricular Ectopic Beats
    • Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
    • I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
    • R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
    • R002: Palpitations
    • I4510: Unspecified right bundle-branch block
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
    • I493: Ventricular premature depolarization

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Heart Disease Screening
    • Vascular Disease Check
    • Cardiac Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders

    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

    Also known as:

    • Left Anterior Fascicular Block
    • Arrhythmia
    • LAFB
    • Left bundle branch block variant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I444: Left anterior fascicular block

    Which procedures does Dr. Elmi perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Farhad Elmi may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Elmi's office.

    Does Dr. Elmi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Elmi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (908) 213-3100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Elmi accept in Pottstown, PA?

    Dr. Elmi in Pottstown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Capital BlueCross

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Geisinger Health Plan

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Elmi's office located?

    Dr. Farhad Elmi's Primary Practice

    1569 Medical Dr Ste 202

    Pottstown, PA 19464

    (908) 213-3100

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    Dr. Farhad Elmi's Practice 2

    1503 N Cedar Crest Blvd

    Allentown, PA 18104

    (610) 402-3110

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    Dr. Farhad Elmi's Practice 3

    3900 Hamilton Blvd Ste 201

    Allentown, PA 18103

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    What is Dr. Elmi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Elmi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871597575.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elmi?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elmi

    What is Dr. Farhad Elmi's specialty?

    Dr. Elmi is a Cardiologist near Pottstown, PA. 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. Elmi to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Farhad Elmi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Elmi is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Dickson City, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono 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

    Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?

    Explore Cardiologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Farhad Elmi accepting new patients in Pottstown, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Farhad Elmi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Farhad Elmi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Elmi's office at (908) 213-3100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Farhad Elmi?

    Please contact Dr. Elmi's office at (908) 213-3100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Farhad Elmi have?

    Dr. Farhad Elmi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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