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40 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Olafsson, Cardiologist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Bjarki Olafsson, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Olafsson graduated from University Of Iceland, Faculty Of Medicine and completed his residency at Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Of Nc Hosps, Internal Medicine. Dr. Olafsson is fluent in English, Danish, German, Spanish, and Swedish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Olafsson’s office at (615) 269-4545.
Where did Dr. Olafsson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Of Nc Hosps, Internal Medicine | North Carolina Memorial Hospital | University of North Carolina Hospitals Program
Medical School: University Of Iceland- Laeknadeild- Haskoli Islands- Reykjavik- Iceland | University Of Iceland, Faculty Of Medicine | University Of Iceland, Faculty Of Medicine
Is Dr. Olafsson board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Bjarki Olafsson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Olafsson speak?
Dr. Olafsson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Danish
English
German
Spanish
Swedish
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Olafsson typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Olafsson 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. Olafsson. 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:
- 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
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Olafsson typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Bjarki Olafsson 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. Olafsson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Olafsson accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Olafsson's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Olafsson's office located?
Dr. Bjarki Olafsson's Primary Practice
4230 Harding Pike Ste 330
Nashville, TN 37205
(615) 269-4545
What is Dr. Olafsson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Olafsson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558315168.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Olafsson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Olafsson
What is Dr. Bjarki Olafsson's specialty?
Dr. Olafsson is a Cardiologist near Nashville, TN.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Bjarki Olafsson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Olafsson is affiliated with West Tennessee Healthcare Henry County Hospital, Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West 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 Bjarki Olafsson accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Bjarki Olafsson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bjarki Olafsson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Olafsson's office at (615) 269-4545 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bjarki Olafsson?
Please contact Dr. Olafsson's office at (615) 269-4545 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bjarki Olafsson have?
Dr. Bjarki Olafsson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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