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Dr. Liviu Klein, MD

Dr. Liviu Klein, MD

Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Internist, Cardiologist

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Klein, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Liviu Klein, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Klein graduated from Universitatea De Medicina Si Farmacie and completed his residency at ADVOCATE ILLINOIS MASONIC MEDICAL CENTER. Dr. Klein is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Klein’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Klein’s office at (415) 353-9088.

    Where did Dr. Klein go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Northwestern University - Evanston | McGaw Medical Center - Northwestern University

    • Residency: ADVOCATE ILLINOIS MASONIC MEDICAL CENTER

    • Medical School: Universitatea De Medicina Si Farmacie | Universitatea De Medicina Si Farmacie, Bucharest Romania | Universitatea de Medicina si Farmacie Carol Davila

    Is Dr. Klein board certified as an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Liviu Klein, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Klein speak?

    Dr. Klein and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Klein typically treat?

    As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Klein 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. Klein. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Acute Decompensated HFrEF
    • Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
    • Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFrEF
    • Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
    • HFrEF
    • Pumping Heart Failure
    • Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFpEF
    • Ongoing Filling Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Having a Heart Transplant
    • Heart Transplantation
    • Cardiac transplant
    • Heart replacement surgery
    • Post-heart transplant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z941: Heart transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Having a Heart Assist Device
    • Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Ventricular assist device (VAD)
    • Artificial heart pump
    • Cardiac support device
    • ICD implant
    • Automatic defibrillator
    • Implanted heart shock device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z95811: Presence of heart assist device
    • Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator

    Also known as:

    • Heart Transplant Aftercare
    • Heart Transplantation
    • Post-heart transplant care
    • Heart transplant follow-up
    • Cardiac transplant recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4821: Encounter for aftercare following heart transplant

    What procedures does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Klein typically perform?

    As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Liviu Klein may include:

    Please contact Dr. Klein's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Klein accept my insurance?

    Dr. Klein accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 353-9088 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Klein accept in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Klein in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Contra Costa

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Santa Cruz County

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Klein's office located?

    Dr. Liviu Klein's Primary Practice

    400 Parnassus Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94143

    (415) 353-9088

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    Dr. Liviu Klein's Practice 2

    1450 Treat Blvd Ste 200

    Walnut Creek, CA 94597

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    Dr. Liviu Klein's Practice 3

    2330 Post St

    San Francisco, CA 94115

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    What is Dr. Klein's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Klein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235199340.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Klein?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Klein

    What is Dr. Liviu Klein's specialty?

    Dr. Klein is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near San Francisco, CA.

    What does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist do?

    Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure.

    Is Dr. Liviu Klein affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Klein is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus, Ucsf Health St. Mary's Hospital, Sutter Delta Medical Center, Mercy General Hospital 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 an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Liviu Klein accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Liviu Klein is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Liviu Klein offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Klein's office at (415) 353-9088 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Liviu Klein?

    Please contact Dr. Klein's office at (415) 353-9088 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Klein's office located?

    Dr. Klein's offices are located in San Francisco, CA and Walnut Creek, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Liviu Klein have?

    Dr. Liviu Klein is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.