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Who is Dr. Christianson, Interventional Cardiologist in Duluth, MN?
Dr. Leif Christianson is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Duluth, MN with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Christianson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Christianson’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Christianson’s office at (218) 249-3057.
Is Dr. Christianson board certified in Interventional Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Leif Christianson is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Christianson speak?
Dr. Christianson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Christianson treat?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. Christianson 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. Christianson. 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:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Fast Heartbeat
- Slow Heart Rate
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Having a Coronary Angioplasty Implant or Graft
- Angioplasty
- Coronary stent
- Heart artery graft
- Angioplasty device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z955: Presence of coronary angioplasty implant and graft
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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:
- Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Cardiac murmur
- Abnormal heart sound
- Heart sound abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Christianson perform as a Interventional Cardiologist?
As a Interventional Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Leif Christianson may include:
- Balloon Angioplasty / Stent
- Cardiac Catheterization
- Carotid Endarterectomy
- Heart Valve Repair / Valvuloplasty
- Pacemaker Implant
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Christianson's office.
Does Dr. Christianson accept my insurance?
Dr. Christianson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (218) 249-3057 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Christianson accept in Duluth, MN?
Dr. Christianson in Duluth, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medica
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Minnesota
Ucare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Christianson's office located?
Dr. Leif Christianson's Primary Practice
1001 E Superior St Ste 201
Duluth, MN 55802
(218) 249-3057
What is Dr. Christianson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Christianson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477715530.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Christianson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Christianson
What is Dr. Leif Christianson's specialty?
Dr. Christianson is a Interventional Cardiologist near Duluth, MN. 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. Christianson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Leif Christianson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Christianson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: St. Lukes Hospital - Duluth. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Interventional Cardiologist?
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Is Leif Christianson accepting new patients in Duluth, MN?
Yes, Dr. Leif Christianson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leif Christianson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Christianson's office at (218) 249-3057 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leif Christianson?
Please contact Dr. Christianson's office at (218) 249-3057 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Leif Christianson have?
Dr. Leif Christianson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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