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Who is Dr. Parham, Cardiologist in Mount Vernon, IL?
Dr. Walter Parham, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Mount Vernon, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Parham is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Parham’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Parham’s office at (618) 899-3900.
What languages does Dr. Parham speak?
Dr. Parham and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Parham treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Parham 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. Parham. 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:
- 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Cardiomyopathy
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
- Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
- Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
- I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Chronic Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Persistent AFib
- Long-term AFib
- Ongoing Atrial Fibrillation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4820: Chronic atrial fibrillation, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Vascular Disease
- Artery Disease
- Blood Vessel Disorder
- Circulatory System Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7789: Other specified disorders of arteries and arterioles
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Bulging Ascending Aorta
- Weakened Ascending Aorta
- Ascending Aorta Dilation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Which procedures does Dr. Parham perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Walter Parham 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. Parham's office.
Does Dr. Parham accept my insurance?
Dr. Parham accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (618) 899-3900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Parham accept in Mount Vernon, IL?
Dr. Parham in Mount Vernon, IL 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
Centene
Christian Healthcare Ministries
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Molina
State of Illinois
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Parham's office located?
Dr. Walter Parham's Primary Practice
2 Good Samaritan Way Ste 220
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
(618) 899-3900
What is Dr. Parham's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Parham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487646972.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Parham?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Parham
What is Dr. Walter Parham's specialty?
Dr. Parham is a Cardiologist near Mount Vernon, IL. 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. Parham to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Walter Parham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Parham is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Ssm Health St. Marys Hospital - Centralia. 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 Walter Parham accepting new patients in Mount Vernon, IL?
Yes, Dr. Walter Parham is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Walter Parham offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Parham's office at (618) 899-3900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Walter Parham?
Please contact Dr. Parham's office at (618) 899-3900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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