Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Silka, Cardiologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Michael Silka, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Silka completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Pediatric Cardiology; Univ Hosp-S Tx Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Silka is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Silka’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Silka’s office at (323) 361-2405.
Where did Dr. Silka go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Texas Children's Hospital/Houston | TX CHILDRENS HSP, HOUSTON, TX
Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Pediatric Cardiology; Univ Hosp-S Tx Med Ctr, Pediatrics | University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Silka board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Silka, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Silka speak?
Dr. Silka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Silka typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Silka 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. Silka. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
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
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Silka typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Silka 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. Silka's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Silka accept my insurance?
Dr. Silka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 361-2405 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Silka accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Silka in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Apex Healthcare
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
HealthSmart
HealthSmart
Other Provider Networks
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Silka's office located?
Dr. Michael Silka's Primary Practice
4650 W Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 361-2405
Recognitions
Awards
Southern California Super Doctors
What is Dr. Silka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Silka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073554101.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Silka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Silka
What is Dr. Michael Silka's specialty?
Dr. Silka is a Cardiologist near Los Angeles, CA.
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. Michael Silka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Silka is affiliated with Adventist Health Glendale which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Michael Silka accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Silka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Silka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Silka's office at (323) 361-2405 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Silka?
Please contact Dr. Silka's office at (323) 361-2405 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Silka have?
Dr. Michael Silka is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.
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