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17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Smith, Thoracic Surgeon in Berkeley, CA?
Dr. Jason Smith, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Berkeley, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 17 years. Dr. Smith is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smith’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smith’s office at (608) 263-1530.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Smith?
Dr. Jason Smith, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Thoracic Surgeon 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. Smith empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Heart Failure & Ventricular Containment, Heart Valve Surgery, Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD), Transplant-Heart, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Berkeley, CA community, Dr. Smith is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Smith speak?
Dr. Smith and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Smith typically treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Smith 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. Smith. 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:
- Other Heart Device Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Implantable Defibrillator Management
- Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Device Care
- Other Implanted Heart Device Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4509: Encounter for adjustment and management of other cardiac device
Also known as:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
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:
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I509: Heart failure, 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:
- Fluid Overload
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Excess Fluid
- Water Retention
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8770: Fluid overload, unspecified
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Smith typically perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Smith 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. Smith. 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:
- Daily ECMO Management (Veno-Arterial)
- Extracorporeal Life Support Management
- Veno-Arterial ECMO Care
- ECMO Daily Physician Management
CPT Codes:
- 33949: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)/extracorporeal life support (ECLS) provided by physician; daily management, each day, veno-arterial
Does Dr. Smith accept my insurance?
Dr. Smith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (608) 263-1530 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Smith accept in Berkeley, CA?
Dr. Smith in Berkeley, CA 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 Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
Santa Cruz County
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Where is Dr. Smith's office located?
What is Dr. Smith's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427218981.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smith?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Smith
What is Dr. Jason Smith's specialty?
Dr. Smith is a Thoracic Surgeon near Berkeley, CA.
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. Jason Smith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Smith is affiliated with Uw Health University Hospital 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
When to see a Thoracic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jason Smith accepting new patients in Berkeley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jason Smith is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jason Smith offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (608) 263-1530 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jason Smith?
Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (608) 263-1530 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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