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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Khalafi, Thoracic Surgeon in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Seyed Khalafi, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fort Worth, TX. He has been practicing for over 32 years. Dr. Khalafi is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Khalafi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Khalafi’s office at (817) 885-7442.
What languages does Dr. Khalafi speak?
Dr. Khalafi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Khalafi typically treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Khalafi 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. Khalafi. 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
- Unstable Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Unstable Chest Pain
- Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Khalafi typically perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Khalafi 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. Khalafi. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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. Khalafi accept my insurance?
Dr. Khalafi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (817) 885-7442 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Khalafi accept in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Khalafi in Fort Worth, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Khalafi's office located?
Dr. Seyed Khalafi's Primary Practice
900 W Rosedale St
Fort Worth, TX 76104
(817) 885-7442
What is Dr. Khalafi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Khalafi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265457071.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Khalafi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Khalafi
What is Dr. Seyed Khalafi's specialty?
Dr. Khalafi is a Thoracic Surgeon near Fort Worth, TX.
What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Seyed Khalafi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Khalafi is affiliated with Medical City Fort Worth Hospital, Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center - Fort Worth 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 Seyed Khalafi accepting new patients in Fort Worth, TX?
Yes, Dr. Seyed Khalafi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Seyed Khalafi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Khalafi's office at (817) 885-7442 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Seyed Khalafi?
Please contact Dr. Khalafi's office at (817) 885-7442 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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