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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zhang, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. James Zhang, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Zhang is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zhang’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zhang’s office at (206) 520-5000.
What languages does Dr. Zhang speak?
Dr. Zhang 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. Zhang typically treat?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Zhang 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. Zhang. 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:
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
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
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:
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Cardiomyopathy
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
ICD-10 Codes:
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
What procedures does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Zhang typically perform?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. James Zhang may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Zhang's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Zhang accept my insurance?
Dr. Zhang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 520-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zhang accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Zhang in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Zhang's office located?
What is Dr. Zhang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zhang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467816041.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zhang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zhang
What is Dr. James Zhang's specialty?
Dr. Zhang is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Seattle, WA.
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 this Dr. James Zhang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zhang is affiliated with Uw Medical Center - Montlake, Peacehealth St. John Medical Center, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, Kootenai Health, Confluence Health Hospital - Central Campus 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 James Zhang accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. James Zhang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Zhang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zhang's office at (206) 520-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Zhang?
Please contact Dr. Zhang's office at (206) 520-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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