Summary

Dr. Usman Alam is a cardiovascular disease specialist with expertise in internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from King Edward Medical University and completed his residency at MetroHealth Medical Center. With 36 years of experience in cardiovascular care, Dr. Alam brings extensive knowledge to treating heart and vascular conditions. He provides care in English.

Dr. Alam is affiliated with Our Lady of Lourdes Heart Hospital and practices at multiple locations throughout Louisiana, including Opelousas and Lafayette. His clinical focus includes managing high blood pressure and hypertensive emergencies, including pediatric hypertension cases. Dr. Alam performs diagnostic heart tests such as electrocardiograms and echocardiograms to evaluate cardiac function and diagnose heart conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 36 years of experience
  • 23 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Metrohealth Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Usman Alam has 4 locations

Louisiana Heart Clinic Inc

611 E Prudhomme St Ste 3Opelousas, LA 70570
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Our Lady Of Lourdes Regional Medical Center

4801 Ambassador Caffery PkwyLafayette, LA 70508

Opelousas General Health System

539 E Prudhomme StOpelousas, LA 70570

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Cardiovascular DiseaseInternal MedicineEmergency MedicineAnesthesiology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
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36 Years of Experience 40 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Opelousas , LAVille Platte , LAOpelousas , LALafayette , LA
Med School: King Edward Medical University Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport Med School: Universidad Central Del Este (Uce) Facultad De Medicina Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Usman Alam

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • GEHA - PPO
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Optum Health
  • Peoples Health
  • Peoples Health - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Usman Alam has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Usman Alam has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Internal Medicine
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

Dr. Usman Alam holds an active medical license in the state of Louisiana.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Louisiana that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Metrohealth Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from King Edward Medical University in 1990.

NPI Number

Dr. Alam's NPI number is 1174568208.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Usman Alam's office located?
Dr. Usman Alam's office is located at 611 E Prudhomme St Ste 3, Opelousas, LA, 70570.
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What languages does Dr. Usman Alam speak?
Dr. Usman Alam speaks English.
Does Dr. Usman Alam accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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