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Dr. Elias Quintos, MD

Dr. Elias Quintos, MD

Thoracic Surgeon

Salina, KS

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Quintos, Thoracic Surgeon in Salina, KS?

    Dr. Elias Quintos, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Salina, KS. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Quintos completed his residency at Orlando Reg Healthcare Sys, General Surgery; U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Thoracic Surgery; Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, General Surgery. Dr. Quintos is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Quintos’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Quintos’s office.

    Where did Dr. Quintos go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Orlando Reg Healthcare Sys, General Surgery; U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Thoracic Surgery; Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La | Tulane University of Louisiana --

    Is Dr. Quintos board certified as a Thoracic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Elias Quintos, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Quintos speak?

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

    • English
    • Tagalog

    What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Quintos typically treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Quintos 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. Quintos. 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:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis and Insufficiency
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve
    • Narrow and leaky aortic valve
    • Mixed aortic valve disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I352: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis with insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Hardening of Heart Bypass Arteries (No Chest Pain)
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
    • Blocked heart bypass grafts without angina
    • Atherosclerosis in grafts
    • Silent coronary artery disease in grafts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
    • I25810: Atherosclerosis of coronary artery bypass graft(s) without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Also known as:

    • Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Artificial heart valve
    • Mechanical heart valve
    • Bioprosthetic valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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

    What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Quintos typically perform?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Elias Quintos may include:

    Please contact Dr. Quintos' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Quintos accept my insurance?

    Dr. Quintos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Quintos accept in Salina, KS?

    Dr. Quintos in Salina, KS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AFLAC

    • Allstate Corporation

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Tower Life Insurance Company

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    Where is Dr. Quintos' office located?

    200 Salina Regional Podiatry

    501 S Santa Fe Ave

    Salina, KS 67401

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    What hospitals are Dr. Quintos affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Quintos has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Lindsborg Community Hospital,Lindsborg, KS

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

    Dr. Quintos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306882550.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Quintos?

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

    What is Dr. Elias Quintos's specialty?

    Dr. Quintos is a Thoracic Surgeon near Salina, KS.

    What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Elias Quintos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Quintos is affiliated with Salina Regional Health Center 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 Thoracic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Elias Quintos accepting new patients in Salina, KS?

    Yes, Dr. Elias Quintos is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Elias Quintos offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Quintos' office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Elias Quintos?

    Please contact Dr. Quintos' office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Quintos' office located?

    Dr. Quintos' office is located in Salina, KS.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Elias Quintos have?

    Dr. Elias Quintos is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.