Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bostrom, Cardiologist in Santa Monica, CA?
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Bostrom?
Dr. Kristina Bostrom, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Cardiologist 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. Bostrom empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cholesterol/Lipid Disorders, Heart Valve Disease, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Santa Monica, CA community, Dr. Bostrom is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Bostrom go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Sahlgrenska Academy At Goteborg University
What languages does Dr. Bostrom speak?
Dr. Bostrom and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- French
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Bostrom typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Bostrom 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. Bostrom. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Bostrom typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kristina Bostrom 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. Bostrom's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bostrom accept my insurance?
Dr. Bostrom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 206-2235 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bostrom accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Bostrom in Santa Monica, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Shield of California
Care N' Care Insurance Company
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Bostrom's office located?
Dr. Kristina Bostrom's Primary Practice
2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 206-2235
What hospitals are Dr. Bostrom affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Bostrom has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Bostrom's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bostrom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316972235.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bostrom?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bostrom