Cardiology | Mission Hospital
Cardiology • Asheville, NC
About
Summary: Mission Health (Mission Hospital) in Asheville, North Carolina, is a large regional health system offering comprehensive cardiology services. Key points: - Location: Based in Asheville; operates Mission Hospital and related facilities in Western North Carolina. - Cardiology focus: Medical Cardiology, with specialized teams and programs (as indicated by roles such as Director of Medical Cardiology and cardiology-related nursing and staffing). - Facility scope: Six acute care hospitals across the system, including a Level I Trauma Center; extensive imaging and inpatient/outpatient care access points. - Size and scope: Largest employer in the region; part of HCA Healthcare since 2019; extensive patient-centered care approach. - Staffing and roles: Includes cardiology leadership and diverse clinical roles (RNs, LPNs, therapists, coordinators) to support cardiology services. If you’re seeking specific cardiology services at Mission Hospital (e.g., cardiology clinic locations, procedures like echocardiograms, cath lab availability, or cardiology contact info), I can pull out or summarize those details if provided or available.
Clinic Type
Cardiology
Address
509 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, North Carolina, 28801, US
Phone
Call Consult-A-Nurse®: (844) 706-8773
julian.cate@hcahealthcare.com
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Emergency Care
Emergency heart attack response with rapid door-to-treatment times
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
Team
Insurance & Payment
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Languages Spoken
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FAQs
What conditions do cardiologists treat?
Cardiologists treat diseases of the heart and parts of the circulatory system, including a wide range of cardiac issues listed such as aortic aneurysm, aortic stenosis, arrhythmia, AFib, cardiovascular disease, valve disease, heart attack, heart failure, myocarditis, etc.
What should I do if I or a loved one is experiencing symptoms of a heart attack?
If you or a loved one is experiencing a combination of extreme fatigue, progressive chest pain, nausea and vomiting, neck and upper back pain or shortness of breath, call 911 immediately.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Healthgrades (Dr. Chang Lim): 3.4 out of 5 stars (12 reviews)
- Birdeye (Hospital-wide): 3.9 out of 5 stars (4,935 reviews)
- CMS Patient Satisfaction (Hospital-wide): 2 out of 5 stars
Patients praise
- Cardiology program historical reputation for excellence
- Some positive reports of skilled surgeons and clinical expertise in cardiovascular procedures
- Individual patient accounts of life-saving interventions and thorough personal care
Common complaints
- Complaints regarding long wait times for cardiology appointments
- Concerns about administrative/communication issues (e.g., phone calls not returned, scheduling difficulties)
- Mixed experiences with bedside manner and staff responsiveness post-HCA acquisition
- General negative perceptions regarding hospital management and quality of care since 2019 ownership change
"I chose MH for three reasons: ... I had consistently heard good things about its heart program from my golfing buddies. I trust them. I found a surgeon, Hyde Russell at Asheville Heart, who had exceptional clinical credentials and genuine interpersonal warmth. He justified my confidence."
— RamaOnHealthcare"Dr. Lim takes the time to be personal and he listens to what I have to say and answers any questions. I have been a patient of his for many years, and I credit him for helping me get back on my feet after having a heart attack."
— Healthgrades"Its discharge plan included urgent follow-up with Mission’s Asheville Cardiology, she said, but she waited six weeks for an appointment. The cardiologist recommended surgery to correct an irregular heart rhythm and prescribed medications that gave her unpleasant side effects, she said."
— BPR (Blue Ridge Public Radio)Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Mission Hospital first in WNC to offer new leadless pacemaker — Jan 22, 2026
- Coronary Artery Disease — Feb 20, 2026
- Mission Hospital Named 2026 Healthgrades America’s 50 Best Hospitals — The Blue Ridge Times — Jan 28, 2026
- Mission Health cardiac rehab program uses lifestyle medicine to help patients recover — May 5, 2026
- Mission Hospital celebrates decade of LVAD care - Asheville's 828 News NOW — Sep 22, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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