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Dr. Zain Khalpey, MD

Phoenix, AZ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Khalpey, Thoracic Surgeon in Phoenix, AZ?

    Dr. Zain Khalpey, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Khalpey is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Khalpey’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Khalpey’s office at (480) 882-7750.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Khalpey?

    Dr. Zain Khalpey, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Thoracic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Khalpey empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arrhythmias, Artificial Heart Devices, Heart Valve Surgery-Complex, Mechanical Assist Devices, Minimally Invasive Heart Valve Surgery, Mitral Valve Replacement-Transcatheter TMVR, Robotic Cardiac Surgery, Transplant-Heart-Adult & Pediatric, Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD), or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Phoenix/AZ community, Dr. Khalpey is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Khalpey speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Urdu

    What conditions does Dr. Khalpey treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Khalpey 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. Khalpey. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency

    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

    Also known as:

    • Long-standing Atrial Fibrillation
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Chronic AFib
    • Long-term AFib
    • Permanent AFib

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4811: Longstanding persistent atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
    • Aortic Aneurysm
    • Bulging Ascending Aorta
    • Weakened Ascending Aorta
    • Ascending Aorta Dilation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    What procedures does Dr. Khalpey perform?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Khalpey performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Khalpey. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Minimally Invasive Maze Procedure for Atrial Fibrillation
    • Left Atrial Appendage Closure (Open Heart)
    • Heart Sac Drainage Procedure
    • Endoscopy
    • Heart Surgery
    • Endoscopic Atrial Ablation
    • Maze Procedure (Minimally Invasive)
    • Atrial Fibrillation Surgery
    • Heart Rhythm Reconstruction
    • LAA Exclusion Surgery
    • Left Atrial Appendage Ligation
    • Open Heart LAA Closure
    • Pericardial Window
    • Pericardiectomy
    • Heart Sac Resection
    • Pericardial Effusion Drainage

    CPT Codes:

    • 33266: Endoscopy, surgical; operative tissue ablation and reconstruction of atria, extensive (eg, maze procedure), without cardiopulmonary bypass
    • 33268: Exclusion of left atrial appendage, open, performed at the time of other sternotomy or thoracotomy procedure(s), any method (eg, excision, isolation via stapling, oversewing, ligation, plication, clip) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 33025: Creation of pericardial window or partial resection for drainage

    Also known as:

    • Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
    • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
    • Heart bypass surgery
    • CABG surgery
    • Arterial bypass graft

    CPT Codes:

    • 33533: Coronary artery bypass, using arterial graft(s); single arterial graft

    Also known as:

    • Mitral Valve Replacement with Heart-Lung Machine
    • TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement)
    • Open Mitral Valve Replacement
    • Mitral Valve Surgery with Bypass
    • Surgical Mitral Valve Replacement
    • TAVI
    • Percutaneous Aortic Valve Replacement
    • Transfemoral Aortic Valve Replacement
    • Minimally Invasive Heart Valve Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 33430: Replacement, mitral valve, with cardiopulmonary bypass
    • 33361: Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR/TAVI) with prosthetic valve; percutaneous femoral artery approach

    Also known as:

    • Endoscopic Vein Harvest for Bypass
    • Endoscopy
    • Video-Assisted Vein Harvest
    • Minimally Invasive Vein Removal
    • Endoscopic Saphenous Vein Harvest
    • Vein Harvesting for CABG

    CPT Codes:

    • 33508: Endoscopy, surgical, including video-assisted harvest of vein(s) for coronary artery bypass procedure (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Open Aortic Valve Replacement (Prosthetic Valve)
    • Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement
    • Open Heart Aortic Valve Surgery
    • Prosthetic Aortic Valve Implantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 33405: Replacement, aortic valve, open, with cardiopulmonary bypass; with prosthetic valve other than homograft or stentless valve

    Also known as:

    • Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) with 2 Vein Grafts
    • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
    • CABG surgery
    • Heart bypass with vein grafts
    • Coronary revascularization

    CPT Codes:

    • 33518: Coronary artery bypass, using venous graft(s) and arterial graft(s); 2 venous grafts (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Khalpey accept my insurance?

    Dr. Khalpey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 882-7750 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Khalpey accept in Phoenix, AZ?

    Dr. Khalpey in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Banner Health

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Khalpey's office located?

    Dr. Zain Khalpey's Primary Practice

    19636 N 27th Ave Ste 306

    Phoenix, AZ 85027

    (480) 882-7750

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    Dr. Zain Khalpey's Practice 2

    10200 N 92nd St Ste 150

    Scottsdale, AZ 85258

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    Dr. Zain Khalpey's Practice 3

    6320 N La Cholla Blvd Ste 300

    Tucson, AZ 85741

    (520) 545-0953

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

    Dr. Khalpey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750441424.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Khalpey?

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

    What is Dr. Zain Khalpey's specialty?

    Dr. Khalpey is a Thoracic Surgeon near Phoenix, AZ. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Khalpey to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Zain Khalpey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Khalpey is affiliated with HonorHealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Zain Khalpey accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Zain Khalpey is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Zain Khalpey offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Khalpey's office at (480) 882-7750 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Zain Khalpey?

    Please contact Dr. Khalpey's office at (480) 882-7750 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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