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Dr. Jan Griffin, MD

Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Cardiologist

Charleston, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Griffin, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Jan Griffin, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Griffin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Griffin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Griffin’s office at (843) 792-1414.

    What languages does Dr. Griffin speak?

    Dr. Griffin 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. Griffin typically treat?

    As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Griffin 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. Griffin. 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:

    • Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Systolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFrEF
    • Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
    • HFrEF
    • Pumping Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
    • I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Other Cardiomyopathies
    • Cardiomyopathy
    • Uncommon heart muscle diseases
    • Rare cardiomyopathy types

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I428: Other cardiomyopathies

    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:

    • Cardiogenic Shock
    • Shock
    • Heart-related shock
    • Cardiac shock
    • Circulatory collapse from heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R570: Cardiogenic shock

    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:

    • Organ-Limited Amyloidosis
    • Amyloidosis
    • Amyloidosis & Kidney Disease
    • Localized Amyloidosis
    • Amyloid Deposit in Organ

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E854: Organ-limited amyloidosis

    What procedures does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Griffin typically perform?

    As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Griffin 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. Griffin. 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:

    • Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test
    • CPET
    • Cardio-respiratory fitness test
    • VO2 max test
    • Exercise stress test with gas exchange

    CPT Codes:

    • 94621: Cardiopulmonary exercise testing, including measurements of minute ventilation, CO2 production, O2 uptake, and electrocardiographic recordings

    Does Dr. Griffin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Griffin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 792-1414 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Griffin accept in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Griffin in Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Griffin's office located?

    Dr. Jan Griffin's Primary Practice

    171 Ashley Ave

    Charleston, SC 29425

    (843) 792-1414

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    Dr. Jan Griffin's Practice 2

    PO Box

    Georgetown, SC 29442

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

    Dr. Griffin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659632701.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Griffin?

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

    What is Dr. Jan Griffin's specialty?

    Dr. Griffin is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Charleston, SC.

    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 Dr. Jan Griffin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Griffin is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center, Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, Providence Orthopedic Hospital, Musc Health - Orangeburg, Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital, Bon Secours St. Francis 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

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    Is Dr. Jan Griffin accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Jan Griffin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jan Griffin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Griffin's office at (843) 792-1414 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jan Griffin?

    Please contact Dr. Griffin's office at (843) 792-1414 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Griffin's office located?

    Dr. Griffin's offices are located in Charleston, SC and Georgetown, SC.