Dr. Elizabeth Saarel, MD
Meridian, ID
27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Saarel, Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist in Meridian, ID?
Dr. Elizabeth Saarel, MD is an Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Meridian, ID with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Saarel completed her residency at University Hosps Of Cleve Rainbow Babies and Chldns Hospital. She is a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha, American Academy of Pediatrics, American College of Cardiology, and Heart Rhythm Society. Dr. Saarel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saarel’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saarel’s office at (801) 581-2121.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Saarel?
Dr. Elizabeth Saarel, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Saarel empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arrhythmias-Pediatric & Adult, Catheter Ablation, Congenital Heart Disease-Adult & Child, Sudden Unexplained Death Syndrome (SUDS), and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Meridian, ID community, Dr. Saarel is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Saarel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Michigan Hospitals - Ann Arbor, MI in Pediatric Cardiology | University of Michigan Hospitals - Ann Arbor, MI in Pediatric Electropsysiology
Residency: University Hosps Of Cleve Rainbow Babies and Chldns Hospital | UH Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital
Is Dr. Saarel board certified as an Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Saarel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Pediatrics since 2015
What languages does Dr. Saarel speak?
Dr. Saarel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist like Dr. Saarel typically treat?
As an Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist, Dr. Saarel 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. Saarel. 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:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
- ICD implant
- Automatic defibrillator
- Implanted heart shock device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
- Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
Also known as:
- Slow Heart Rate
- Pre-excitation Syndrome
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome
- WPW Syndrome
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I456: Pre-excitation syndrome
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Other Cardiac Implants
- Heart Devices
- Cardiac Grafts
- Implantable Heart Devices
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95818: Presence of other cardiac implants and grafts
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Family History of Heart Disease
- Family History
- Heart Disease
- Hereditary heart disease risk
- Genetic predisposition to heart problems
- Heart conditions in the family
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8249: Family history of ischemic heart disease and other diseases of the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- History of Corrected Heart and Circulatory System Birth Defects
- Birth Defects
- Heart Disease
- Past heart malformations
- Previous corrected congenital heart problems
- History of circulatory system birth anomalies
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8774: Personal history of (corrected) congenital malformations of heart and circulatory system
What procedures does an Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist like Dr. Saarel typically perform?
As an Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Elizabeth Saarel 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. Saarel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Saarel accept my insurance?
Dr. Saarel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (801) 581-2121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Saarel accept in Meridian, ID?
Dr. Saarel in Meridian, ID accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross of Idaho Health Service
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Intermountain Health
Medicare
Moda Health
Molina Healthcare
State of Idaho
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Saarel's office located?
Dr. Elizabeth Saarel's Primary Practice
3525 E Louise Dr
Meridian, ID 83642
(801) 581-2121
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Alpha Omega Alpha
Member
American Academy of Pediatrics
Member
American College of Cardiology
Member
Heart Rhythm Society
Member