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30 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Alford, Interventional Cardiologist in Mobile, AL?
Dr. Chad Alford, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Mobile, AL 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. Alford graduated from University of South Alabama College of Medicine and completed his residency at Med Univ Sc Coll Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; St Thomas Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Alford is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alford’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alford’s office at (251) 433-4700.
Where did Dr. Alford go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Univ Sc Coll Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; St Thomas Hosp, Internal Medicine | Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Program
Medical School: University of South Al Coll of Med, Mobile Al | University of South Alabama College of Medicine
Is Dr. Alford board certified in Interventional Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Chad Alford, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Alford speak?
Dr. Alford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Alford treat?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Alford 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. Alford. 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
- Heart Palpitations
- Fast Heartbeat
- Slow Heart Rate
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Hardening of Heart Bypass Arteries (No Chest Pain)
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
- Blocked heart bypass grafts without angina
- Atherosclerosis in grafts
- Silent coronary artery disease in grafts
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
- I25810: Atherosclerosis of coronary artery bypass graft(s) without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
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:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Which procedures does Dr. Alford perform as a Interventional Cardiologist?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Chad Alford may include:
- Balloon Angioplasty / Stent
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Heart Valve Repair / Valvuloplasty
- Pacemaker Implant
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Alford's office.
Does Dr. Alford accept my insurance?
Dr. Alford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (251) 433-4700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alford accept in Mobile, AL?
Dr. Alford in Mobile, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
American Postal Workers Union APWU
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Alford's office located?
Dr. Chad Alford's Primary Practice
6701 Airport Blvd Ste A107
Mobile, AL 36608
(251) 433-4700
What is Dr. Alford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114905429.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alford
What is Dr. Chad Alford's specialty?
Dr. Alford is a Interventional Cardiologist near Mobile, AL. 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. Contact Dr. Alford to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Chad Alford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Alford is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Usa Health - Providence 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
Where can I learn more about Interventional Cardiologist?
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Is Chad Alford accepting new patients in Mobile, AL?
Yes, Dr. Chad Alford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chad Alford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alford's office at (251) 433-4700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chad Alford?
Please contact Dr. Alford's office at (251) 433-4700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Chad Alford have?
Dr. Chad Alford is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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