Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bitar, Cardiologist in Saint Louis, MO?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Bitar?
Dr. Saad Bitar, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Cardiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Bitar empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Congenital Heart Disease-Adult, Coronary Artery Disease, Peripheral Vascular Disease, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Saint Louis, MO community, Dr. Bitar is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Bitar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Louis Univ Sch Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; St Louis Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine; St Louis Univ Sch Of Med, Neurology | St Louis University School of Medicine Program
Medical School: University of Damascus, Fac of Med, Damascus, Syria | University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Bitar board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Saad Bitar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bitar speak?
Dr. Bitar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- Arabic
- English
- French
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Bitar typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Bitar 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. Bitar. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Bitar typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Saad Bitar 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. Bitar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bitar accept my insurance?
Dr. Bitar 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. Bitar accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Bitar in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Essence Healthcare
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
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Where is Dr. Bitar's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Bitar affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Bitar has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Bitar's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bitar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598758583.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bitar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bitar