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Dr. Nalini Colaco, MD, PHD
Portland, OR
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Colaco, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Portland, OR?
Dr. Nalini Colaco, MD, PHD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Portland, OR. Dr. Colaco is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Colaco’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Colaco’s office at (503) 494-7400.
What languages does Dr. Colaco speak?
Dr. Colaco and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Colaco treat?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Colaco 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. Colaco. 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:
- Secondary Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Secondary Pulmonary Hypertension
- Pulmonary arterial hypertension
- High blood pressure in lung arteries (secondary)
- Secondary PAH
- Lung artery hypertension from other causes
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs
- Lung Hypertension
- High Lung Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2721: Secondary pulmonary arterial hypertension
- I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
- I2729: Other secondary pulmonary hypertension
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Blood Clot in Heart
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Intracardiac thrombosis
- Cardiac thrombus
ICD-10 Codes:
- I513: Intracardiac thrombosis, not elsewhere classified
Which procedures does Dr. Colaco perform as an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Nalini Colaco 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Colaco's office.
Does Dr. Colaco accept my insurance?
Dr. Colaco accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 494-7400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Colaco accept in Portland, OR?
Dr. Colaco in Portland, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Atrio Health Plans
Cambia (Regence)
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthComp
Medicare
Samaritan Health Services
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Colaco's office located?
Dr. Nalini Colaco's Primary Practice
3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Rd
Portland, OR 97239
(503) 494-7400
What is Dr. Colaco's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Colaco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447518923.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Colaco?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Colaco
What is Dr. Nalini Colaco's specialty?
Dr. Colaco is a Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Portland, OR. 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. Contact Dr. Colaco to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nalini Colaco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Colaco is affiliated with OHSU Hospital - Portland, Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, Salem Hospital - Salem, OR, PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center RiverBend, Samaritan Lebanon Community 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
Where can I learn more about Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?
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Is Nalini Colaco accepting new patients in Portland, OR?
Yes, Dr. Nalini Colaco is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nalini Colaco offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Colaco's office at (503) 494-7400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nalini Colaco?
Please contact Dr. Colaco's office at (503) 494-7400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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