Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Michaels, Cardiologist in Detroit, MI?
Dr. Alexander Michaels, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Detroit, MI with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Michaels completed his residency at Henry Ford Hospital. Dr. Michaels is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Michaels’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Michaels’s office at (800) 653-6568.
Where did Dr. Michaels go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Henry Ford Hospital
Residency: Henry Ford Hospital
Medical School: Wayne State University (Medical Education)
What languages does Dr. Michaels speak?
Dr. Michaels and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Michaels typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Michaels 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. Michaels. 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:
- Having a Heart Assist Device
- Ventricular assist device (VAD)
- Artificial heart pump
- Cardiac support device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95811: Presence of heart assist device
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
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:
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Cardiomyopathy
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
ICD-10 Codes:
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Michaels typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Michaels 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. Michaels' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Michaels accept my insurance?
Dr. Michaels accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 653-6568 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Michaels accept in Detroit, MI?
Dr. Michaels in Detroit, MI 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 Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Michigan
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Michaels' office located?
What is Dr. Michaels's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Michaels's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578805883.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Michaels?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Michaels
What is Dr. Alexander Michaels's specialty?
Dr. Michaels is a Cardiologist near Detroit, MI.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Alexander Michaels affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Michaels is affiliated with Henry Ford Hospital, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Henry Ford Macomb Hospital, Ohio State The James Cancer 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 Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Alexander Michaels accepting new patients in Detroit, MI?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Michaels is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Michaels offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Michaels's office at (800) 653-6568 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Michaels?
Please contact Dr. Michaels's office at (800) 653-6568 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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