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Dr. Renee Kursel, MD
Milwaukee, WI
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kursel, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Milwaukee, WI?
Dr. Renee Kursel, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Milwaukee, WI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kursel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kursel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kursel’s office at (414) 955-6777.
What languages does Dr. Kursel speak?
Dr. Kursel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Kursel typically treat?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Kursel 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. Kursel. 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:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Cardiomyopathy
- Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
- Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
- I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac transplant
- Heart replacement surgery
- Post-heart transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z941: Heart transplant status
What procedures does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Kursel typically perform?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Renee Kursel 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. Kursel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kursel accept my insurance?
Dr. Kursel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (414) 955-6777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kursel accept in Milwaukee, WI?
Dr. Kursel in Milwaukee, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Ascension Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Wisconsin
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)
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Where is Dr. Kursel's office located?
Dr. Renee Kursel's Primary Practice
9200 W Wisconsin Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53226
(414) 955-6777
What is Dr. Kursel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kursel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770872210.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kursel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kursel
What is Dr. Renee Kursel's specialty?
Dr. Kursel is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Milwaukee, WI.
What does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist do?
Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure.
Is this Dr. Renee Kursel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kursel is affiliated with Froedtert Hospital, Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital, Froedtert West Bend Hospital, Froedtert Pleasant Prairie Hospital, Thedacare Regional Medical Center-Appleton, Thedacare Regional Medical Center-Neenah 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
When to see an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Renee Kursel accepting new patients in Milwaukee, WI?
Yes, Dr. Renee Kursel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Renee Kursel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kursel's office at (414) 955-6777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Renee Kursel?
Please contact Dr. Kursel's office at (414) 955-6777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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