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Dr. Russell Mcelveen, DO

Cape Girardeau, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mcelveen, Thoracic Surgeon in Cape Girardeau, MO?

    Dr. Russell Mcelveen, DO is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Cape Girardeau, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Mcelveen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mcelveen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mcelveen’s office at (815) 759-8070.

    What languages does Dr. Mcelveen speak?

    Dr. Mcelveen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Mcelveen treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Mcelveen 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. Mcelveen. 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
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    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:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    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:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
    • Aortic Aneurysm
    • Bulging Ascending Aorta
    • Weakened Ascending Aorta
    • Ascending Aorta Dilation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Right Carotid Artery Disease
    • Left Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
    • Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
    • Right Carotid Artery Blockage
    • Left Carotid Artery Stenosis
    • Narrowed Left Carotid Artery
    • Left Carotid Artery Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery
    • I6522: Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Stenosis
    • Blocked Carotid Artery
    • Neck Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Narrowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Does Dr. Mcelveen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mcelveen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (815) 759-8070 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mcelveen accept in Cape Girardeau, MO?

    Dr. Mcelveen in Cape Girardeau, MO 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Mcelveen's office located?

    Dr. Russell Mcelveen's Primary Practice

    1723 Broadway St Ste 210

    Cape Girardeau, MO 63701

    (815) 759-8070

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    Dr. Russell Mcelveen's Practice 2

    2790 Clay Edwards Dr Ste 520

    North Kansas City, MO 64116

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    Dr. Russell Mcelveen's Practice 3

    12266 De Paul Dr Ste 205

    Bridgeton, MO 63044

    (314) 218-2300

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

    Dr. Mcelveen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275714735.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mcelveen?

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

    What is Dr. Russell Mcelveen's specialty?

    Dr. Mcelveen is a Thoracic Surgeon near Cape Girardeau, MO. 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. Mcelveen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Russell Mcelveen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mcelveen is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Southeast, Herrin 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 Russell Mcelveen accepting new patients in Cape Girardeau, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Russell Mcelveen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Russell Mcelveen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mcelveen's office at (815) 759-8070 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Russell Mcelveen?

    Please contact Dr. Mcelveen's office at (815) 759-8070 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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