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Dr. Samantha Taghva, MD

Miami, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Taghva, Hospitalist in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Samantha Taghva, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Taghva is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Taghva’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Taghva’s office at (786) 596-7670.

    What languages does Dr. Taghva speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Taghva typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Taghva 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. Taghva. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Embolism
    • Blood clot in lung
    • Lung embolism
    • PE

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Taghva typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Samantha Taghva may include:

    Please contact Dr. Taghva's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Taghva accept my insurance?

    Dr. Taghva accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (786) 596-7670 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Taghva accept in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Taghva in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Athena Health Care Systems

    • CareCentrix

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Doctors Healthcare Plans

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Sentara Health

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    Where is Dr. Taghva's office located?

    Dr. Samantha Taghva's Primary Practice

    8900 N Kendall Dr

    Miami, FL 33176

    (786) 596-7670

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    West Kendall Baptist Hosp

    9555 SW 162nd Ave

    Miami, FL 33196

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

    Dr. Taghva's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578853669.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Taghva?

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

    What is Dr. Samantha Taghva's specialty?

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is Dr. Samantha Taghva affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Taghva is affiliated with Baptist Hospital Of Miami, West Kendall Baptist Hospital, Baptist Health South Miami Hospital, Homestead Hospital 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Samantha Taghva accepting new patients in Miami, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Samantha Taghva is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Samantha Taghva offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Taghva's office at (786) 596-7670 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Samantha Taghva?

    Please contact Dr. Taghva's office at (786) 596-7670 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Taghva's office located?

    Dr. Taghva's office is located in Miami, FL.