Dr. Esther Pak, MD
Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist
,Cardiologist
,Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist
Philadelphia, PA
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pak, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Esther Pak, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Pak is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pak’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pak’s office at (215) 615-4949.
What languages does Dr. Pak speak?
Dr. Pak 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. Pak typically treat?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Pak 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. Pak. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Chronic Combined Systolic and Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Mixed Heart Failure
- Chronic Biventricular Heart Failure
- Ongoing Systolic and Diastolic Dysfunction
- Worsening chronic heart failure
- Acute decompensated heart failure
- Sudden worsening heart failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5042: Chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5043: Acute on chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Slow Heart Rate
- Fast Heartbeat
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Pak typically perform?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Esther Pak 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. Pak's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pak accept my insurance?
Dr. Pak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 615-4949 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pak accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Pak in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Pak's office located?
Dr. Esther Pak's Primary Practice
3400 Civic Center Blvd
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 615-4949
What is Dr. Pak's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932401544.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pak?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pak
What is Dr. Esther Pak's specialty?
Dr. Pak is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Philadelphia, PA.
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. Esther Pak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pak is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Jefferson Methodist Hospital, Penn Medicine Pennsylvania Hospital, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Lankenau Medical Center, Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center 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 Esther Pak accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Esther Pak is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Esther Pak offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pak's office at (215) 615-4949 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Esther Pak?
Please contact Dr. Pak's office at (215) 615-4949 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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