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Dr. Fernando Munoz, MD

Dr. Fernando Munoz, MD

Akron, OH

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Munoz, Cardiologist in Akron, OH?

    Dr. Fernando Munoz, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Akron, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Munoz completed his residency at Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Cardiovascular Diseases; Aultman Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Munoz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Munoz’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Munoz’s office at (330) 344-7400.

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

    • Residency: Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Cardiovascular Diseases; Aultman Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Central University of Este (Uce) / School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Munoz board certified in Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Fernando Munoz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Munoz speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Munoz treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Munoz 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. Munoz. 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • R002: Palpitations
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    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:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath
    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic Combined Systolic and Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFrEF
    • Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
    • Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFpEF
    • Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
    • Long-term Mixed Heart Failure
    • Chronic Biventricular Heart Failure
    • Ongoing Systolic and Diastolic Dysfunction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5042: Chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    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:

    • Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
    • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
    • CABG
    • Heart Bypass Graft
    • Bypass Surgery Graft

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft

    Also known as:

    • Heart Murmur
    • Congenital Heart Defects
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Cardiac murmur
    • Abnormal heart sound
    • Heart sound abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified

    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:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Which procedures does Dr. Munoz perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Fernando Munoz may include:

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

    Does Dr. Munoz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Munoz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (330) 344-7400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Munoz accept in Akron, OH?

    Dr. Munoz in Akron, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medical Mutual

    • Medicare

    • State of Ohio

    • SummaCare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Munoz's office located?

    Dr. Fernando Munoz's Primary Practice

    224 W Exchange St Ste 160

    Akron, OH 44302

    (330) 344-7400

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    Dr. Fernando Munoz's Practice 2

    4300 Allen Rd

    Stow, OH 44224

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    Dr. Fernando Munoz's Practice 3

    1 Akron General Ave

    Akron, OH 44307

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

    Dr. Munoz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114906997.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Munoz?

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

    What is Dr. Fernando Munoz's specialty?

    Dr. Munoz is a Cardiologist near Akron, OH. 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. Munoz to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Fernando Munoz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Munoz is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Akron General which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Fernando Munoz accepting new patients in Akron, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Fernando Munoz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Fernando Munoz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Munoz's office at (330) 344-7400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Fernando Munoz?

    Please contact Dr. Munoz's office at (330) 344-7400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Fernando Munoz have?

    Dr. Fernando Munoz is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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