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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gafoor, Interventional Cardiologist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Sameer Gafoor, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Gafoor is fluent in English, German, Hindi, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gafoor’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gafoor’s office at (206) 215-4545.
What languages does Dr. Gafoor speak?
Dr. Gafoor and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
Hindi
Spanish
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Gafoor treat?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Gafoor 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. Gafoor. 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:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Leaky tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
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:
- Rheumatic Tricuspid Valve Leak
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Rheumatic Tricuspid Regurgitation
- Leaky Tricuspid Valve
- Tricuspid Valve Rheumatic Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I071: Rheumatic tricuspid insufficiency
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Patent Foramen Ovale
- Congenital Heart Defects
- PFO
- Open Foramen Ovale
- Hole in Heart (PFO)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q2112: Patent foramen ovale
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Clinical Research Control Examination
- Clinical Trials
- Research Study Checkup
- Clinical Trial Participant Exam
- Control Group Medical Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z006: Encounter for examination for normal comparison and control in clinical research program
Which procedures does Dr. Gafoor perform as a Interventional Cardiologist?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Sameer Gafoor may include:
- Balloon Angioplasty / Stent
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Heart Valve Repair / Valvuloplasty
- Pacemaker Implant
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gafoor's office.
Does Dr. Gafoor accept my insurance?
Dr. Gafoor accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 215-4545 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gafoor accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Gafoor in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cambia (Regence)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
Premera Blue Cross
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Where is Dr. Gafoor's office located?
What is Dr. Gafoor's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gafoor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003933987.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gafoor?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gafoor
What is Dr. Sameer Gafoor's specialty?
Dr. Gafoor is a Interventional Cardiologist near Seattle, WA. 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. Gafoor to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sameer Gafoor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gafoor is affiliated with Swedish Cherry Hill Campus, St. Anne Hospital - Burien, Wa, Swedish Edmonds Campus, Uw Medical Center - Montlake 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
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Is Sameer Gafoor accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Sameer Gafoor is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sameer Gafoor offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gafoor's office at (206) 215-4545 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sameer Gafoor?
Please contact Dr. Gafoor's office at (206) 215-4545 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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