30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Iskander, Cardiologist in Tyler, TX?
Dr. Sherif Iskander, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Tyler, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Iskander is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Iskander’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Iskander’s office at (903) 595-2283.
Is Dr. Iskander board certified in Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Sherif Iskander, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Iskander speak?
Dr. Iskander and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Iskander treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Iskander 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. Iskander. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Slow Heart Rate
- Heart Palpitations
- Fast Heartbeat
- First-Degree Heart Block
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- First-Degree AV Block
- Mild Heart Block
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- R002: Palpitations
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I440: Atrioventricular block, first degree
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
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:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Which procedures does Dr. Iskander perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sherif Iskander 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. Iskander's office.
Does Dr. Iskander accept my insurance?
Dr. Iskander accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (903) 595-2283 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Iskander accept in Tyler, TX?
Dr. Iskander in Tyler, 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
Centene
Christus Health Plan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Iskander's office located?
What is Dr. Iskander's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Iskander's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255321980.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Iskander?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Iskander
What is Dr. Sherif Iskander's specialty?
Dr. Iskander is a Cardiologist near Tyler, 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. Iskander to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sherif Iskander affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Iskander is affiliated with Christus Mother Frances Hospital - Tyler, Baylor Scott & White Texas Spine & Joint Hospital, Christus Mother Frances Hospital - Tyler 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?
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Is Sherif Iskander accepting new patients in Tyler, TX?
Yes, Dr. Sherif Iskander is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sherif Iskander offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Iskander's office at (903) 595-2283 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sherif Iskander?
Please contact Dr. Iskander's office at (903) 595-2283 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sherif Iskander have?
Dr. Sherif Iskander is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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