33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Salam, Cardiologist in Merriam, KS?
Dr. Thaju Salam, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Merriam, KS with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Salam is fluent in English, Hindi, Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salam’s office.
Where did Dr. Salam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: St. Elizabeth's Medical Center of Boston
Medical School: JJM Medical College
Is Dr. Salam board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Thaju Salam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Salam speak?
Dr. Salam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan
Spanish
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Salam typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Salam 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. Salam. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
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:
- 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
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Salam typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Thaju Salam 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
Please contact Dr. Salam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Salam accept my insurance?
Dr. Salam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Salam accept in Merriam, KS?
Dr. Salam in Merriam, KS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Bankers Life
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Salam's office located?
What is Dr. Salam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Salam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295794733.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Salam
What is Dr. Thaju Salam's specialty?
Dr. Salam is a Cardiologist near Merriam, KS.
What does a Cardiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Thaju Salam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Salam is affiliated with Adventhealth Shawnee Mission, Adventhealth South Overland Park, The University Of Kansas Hospital, Saint Luke's Cancer Institute, Saint Luke's Cancer Institute, Nkc Health 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
When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Thaju Salam accepting new patients in Merriam, KS?
Yes, Dr. Thaju Salam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thaju Salam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Salam's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thaju Salam?
Please contact Dr. Salam's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thaju Salam have?
Dr. Thaju Salam is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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