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Dr. Elina Minami, MD

Dr. Elina Minami, MD

Seattle, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Minami, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Seattle, WA?

    Dr. Elina Minami, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Minami graduated from Mechanical Engineering and completed her residency at Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Minami is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Minami’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Minami’s office at (206) 543-2100.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Mechanical Engineering

    Is Dr. Minami board certified in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Elina Minami, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Minami speak?

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

    • English

    • Japanese

    What conditions does Dr. Minami treat?

    As a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Minami 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. Minami. 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:

    • Other Cardiomyopathies
    • Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
    • Dilated Cardiomyopathy
    • Cardiomyopathy
    • Familial dilated cardiomyopathy
    • X-linked dilated cardiomyopathy
    • Uncommon heart muscle diseases
    • Rare cardiomyopathy types
    • Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
    • Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness
    • Enlarged heart muscle
    • DCM
    • Heart Muscle Disease
    • Enlarged Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I428: Other cardiomyopathies
    • I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy
    • I420: Dilated cardiomyopathy
    • I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified

    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:

    • Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Diastolic 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
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency
    • Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction
    • HFpEF
    • Filling Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified
    • I5030: Unspecified diastolic (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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Heart Transplant Rejection
    • Heart Transplantation
    • Cardiac Transplant Rejection
    • Heart Graft Rejection
    • Transplant Organ Rejection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8621: Heart transplant rejection

    Also known as:

    • Sarcoid Myocarditis
    • Cardiomyopathy
    • Sarcoidosis
    • Cardiac Sarcoidosis
    • Sarcoidosis of the Heart Muscle

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D8685: Sarcoid myocarditis

    Also known as:

    • Having a Heart Assist Device
    • Ventricular assist device (VAD)
    • Artificial heart pump
    • Cardiac support device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z95811: Presence of heart assist device

    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:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Other Heart Disease
    • Heart Disease
    • Unspecified Heart Condition
    • Atypical Heart Problem
    • Rare Heart Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5189: Other ill-defined heart diseases

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    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

    Which procedures does Dr. Minami perform as a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?

    As a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Elina Minami may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Minami's office.

    Does Dr. Minami accept my insurance?

    Dr. Minami accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 543-2100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Minami accept in Seattle, WA?

    Dr. Minami in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Boeing

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • State of Washington

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Minami's office located?

    Dr. Elina Minami's Primary Practice

    1959 NE Pacific St

    Seattle, WA 98195

    (206) 543-2100

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

    Dr. Minami's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831274646.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Minami?

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

    What is Dr. Elina Minami's specialty?

    Dr. Minami is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Seattle, WA. 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. Contact Dr. Minami to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Elina Minami affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Minami is affiliated with Uw Medical Center - Montlake, Mason General Hospital, 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

    Where can I learn more about Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?

    Explore Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist with 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 Elina Minami accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Elina Minami is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Elina Minami offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Minami's office at (206) 543-2100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Elina Minami?

    Please contact Dr. Minami's office at (206) 543-2100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Elina Minami have?

    Dr. Elina Minami is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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