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Who is Dr. Caris, Pediatric Cardiologist in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Elizabeth Caris, MD is a Pediatric Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Caris is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Caris’s practice accepts Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Caris’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Caris?
Dr. Elizabeth Caris, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Cardiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Caris empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Fetal Cardiology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Pittsburgh/PA community, Dr. Caris is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Caris speak?
Dr. Caris and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Caris treat?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, Dr. Caris 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. Caris. 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:
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Patent Ductus Arteriosus
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Hole in the Heart (Atrial Septal Defect)
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
- Narrowing of the Aorta
- Leaky Aortic Valve at Birth
- Discordant Ventriculoarterial Connection
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- PDA
- Open Ductus Arteriosus
- Heart Connection Problem in Newborns
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
- ASD
- Atrial Septal Defect
- Hole between Upper Heart Chambers
- HLHS
- Underdeveloped Left Heart
- Complex Congenital Heart Disease
- Aortic Coarctation
- CoA
- Pinched Aorta
- Congenital Aortic Regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Aortic Valve Leak
- Transposition of the Great Arteries
- Heart Artery Misconnection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
- Q250: Patent ductus arteriosus
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
- Q2110: Atrial septal defect, unspecified
- Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
- Q251: Coarctation of aorta
- Q231: Congenital insufficiency of aortic valve
- Q203: Discordant ventriculoarterial connection
Also known as:
- Fetal Abnormality
- Birth Defects
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Congenital Anomaly
- Fetal Malformation
- Developmental Abnormality
- Birth Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- O358XX0: Maternal care for other (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Fetal Heart Anomalies
- Congenital Heart Defects in Fetus
- Fetal Cardiac Malformations
- Fetal Heart Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- O35BXX0: Maternal care for other (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, fetal cardiac anomalies, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Pregnancy complications
- Fetal health issues during pregnancy
- Problems with baby during pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- O368999: Maternal care for other specified fetal problems, unspecified trimester, other fetus
Also known as:
- Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Cardiac murmur
- Abnormal heart sound
- Heart sound abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pregnancy Care After Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART)
- Assisted Reproductive Technology
- Pregnancy monitoring after IVF
- Managing pregnancy after fertility treatment
- High-risk pregnancy after ART
- Pregnancy following fertility procedures
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09812: Supervision of pregnancy resulting from assisted reproductive technology, second trimester
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Benign Heart Murmur
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Heart Valve Disease
- Innocent heart murmur
- Harmless heart murmur
- Physiological heart murmur
ICD-10 Codes:
- R010: Benign and innocent cardiac murmurs
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Family History of Heart Disease
- Family History
- Heart Disease
- Hereditary heart disease risk
- Genetic predisposition to heart problems
- Heart conditions in the family
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8249: Family history of ischemic heart disease and other diseases of the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Kawasaki disease
- Kawasaki Disease
- Mucocutaneous lymph node syndrome
- Kawasaki syndrome
- Infantile polyarteritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M303: Mucocutaneous lymph node syndrome [Kawasaki]
Which procedures does Dr. Caris perform as a Pediatric Cardiologist?
As a Pediatric Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Elizabeth Caris 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. Caris' office.
Does Dr. Caris accept my insurance?
Dr. Caris accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Caris accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Caris in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cambia (Regence)
Capital Blue Cross
CMS
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Caris' office located?
What is Dr. Caris's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Caris's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184966384.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Caris?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Caris
What is Dr. Elizabeth Caris's specialty?
Dr. Caris is a Pediatric Cardiologist near Pittsburgh, PA. A pediatric cardiologist provides comprehensive care for children with cardiovascular issues, offering expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing heart and blood vessel conditions. This specialist is skilled in selecting, performing, and interpreting structural and functional assessments of the heart and blood vessels, as well as conducting thorough clinical evaluations of cardiovascular diseases in young patients. Contact Dr. Caris to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Elizabeth Caris affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Caris is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, UPMC Altoona, UPMC Passavant – Cranberry, UPMC Bedford. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Elizabeth Caris accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Caris is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elizabeth Caris offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Caris's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Caris?
Please contact Dr. Caris's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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