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Who is Dr. Bolanos, Thoracic Surgeon in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Dr. Michael Bolanos, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fort Lauderdale, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Bolanos graduated from Ponce School of Medicine and Health Sciences. Dr. Bolanos is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bolanos’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bolanos’s office at (954) 355-4665.
Where did Dr. Bolanos go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Ponce School of Medicine and Health Sciences
What languages does Dr. Bolanos speak?
Dr. Bolanos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Bolanos treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Bolanos 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. Bolanos. 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.
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris
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:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG
- Heart Bypass Graft
- Bypass Surgery Graft
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does Dr. Bolanos perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Bolanos 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. Bolanos. 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.
Also known as:
- TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement)
- TAVI
- Percutaneous Aortic Valve Replacement
- Transfemoral Aortic Valve Replacement
- Minimally Invasive Heart Valve Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33361: Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR/TAVI) with prosthetic valve; percutaneous femoral artery approach
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:
- Left Atrial Appendage Closure (Open Heart)
- LAA Exclusion Surgery
- Left Atrial Appendage Ligation
- Open Heart LAA Closure
CPT Codes:
- 33268: Exclusion of left atrial appendage, open, performed at the time of other sternotomy or thoracotomy procedure(s), any method (eg, excision, isolation via stapling, oversewing, ligation, plication, clip) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Bolanos accept my insurance?
Dr. Bolanos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 355-4665 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bolanos accept in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Dr. Bolanos in Fort Lauderdale, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AvMed Health Plan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Gordon Food Service
Humana
Medicare
Sunrise Senior Living
Ucare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bolanos' office located?
Dr. Michael Bolanos' Primary Practice
1625 SE 3rd Ave Ste 300
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
(954) 355-4665
Dr. Michael Bolanos' Practice 2
180 John F Kennedy Dr Ste 320
Atlantis, FL 33462
(561) 548-4900
What is Dr. Bolanos's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bolanos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063708600.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bolanos?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bolanos
What is Dr. Michael Bolanos's specialty?
Dr. Bolanos is a Thoracic Surgeon near Fort Lauderdale, FL. 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. Contact Dr. Bolanos to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Bolanos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bolanos is affiliated with Holmes Regional Medical Center, Cape Canaveral Hospital, Broward Health Coral Springs 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 Michael Bolanos accepting new patients in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Yes, Dr. Michael Bolanos is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Bolanos offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bolanos's office at (954) 355-4665 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Bolanos?
Please contact Dr. Bolanos's office at (954) 355-4665 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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