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Dr. Karl Foster-Smith, MD

Minneapolis, MN

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Foster-Smith, Cardiologist in Minneapolis, MN?

    Dr. Karl Foster-Smith, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Minneapolis, MN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Foster-Smith graduated from UNIVERSITY COLLEGE and completed his residency at Hennepin County Medical Center. Dr. Foster-Smith is fluent in English, Gaelic, and Scottish Gaelic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Foster-Smith’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Foster-Smith’s office at (952) 924-9005.

    Where did Dr. Foster-Smith go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Hennepin County Medical Center | Mayo Clinic College of Medicine (Arizona) Program

    • Medical School: UNIVERSITY COLLEGE | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    What languages does Dr. Foster-Smith speak?

    Dr. Foster-Smith and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Gaelic

    • Scottish Gaelic

    What conditions does Dr. Foster-Smith treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Foster-Smith 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. Foster-Smith. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • R002: Palpitations

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Thoracic Aortic Widening
    • Dilated Thoracic Aorta
    • Thoracic Aortic Dilation
    • Enlarged Chest Aorta

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I77810: Thoracic aortic ectasia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency
    • Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFrEF
    • Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified
    • I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Elevated Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure Reading
    • Prehypertension
    • Borderline High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Rheumatic Mitral and Tricuspid Valve Disease
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I081: Rheumatic disorders of both mitral and tricuspid valves

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
    • Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
    • Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Heart
    • Heart Disease
    • Cardiomegaly
    • Big heart
    • Heart enlargement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I517: Cardiomegaly

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Dyspnea
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea

    Which procedures does Dr. Foster-Smith perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Karl Foster-Smith may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Foster-Smith's office.

    Does Dr. Foster-Smith accept my insurance?

    Dr. Foster-Smith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (952) 924-9005 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Foster-Smith accept in Minneapolis, MN?

    Dr. Foster-Smith in Minneapolis, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)

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    Where is Dr. Foster-Smith's office located?

    Dr. Karl Foster-Smith's Primary Practice

    2450 Riverside Ave

    Minneapolis, MN 55454

    (952) 924-9005

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    Dr. Karl Foster-Smith's Practice 2

    909 Fulton St SE

    Minneapolis, MN 55455

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    Dr. Karl Foster-Smith's Practice 3

    14500 99th Ave N Ste 100

    Maple Grove, MN 55369

    (763) 898-1000

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

    Dr. Foster-Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467439307.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Foster-Smith?

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

    What is Dr. Karl Foster-Smith's specialty?

    Dr. Foster-Smith is a Cardiologist near Minneapolis, MN. 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. Contact Dr. Foster-Smith to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Karl Foster-Smith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Foster-Smith is affiliated with M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital 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

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    Is Karl Foster-Smith accepting new patients in Minneapolis, MN?

    Yes, Dr. Karl Foster-Smith is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karl Foster-Smith offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Foster-Smith's office at (952) 924-9005 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karl Foster-Smith?

    Please contact Dr. Foster-Smith's office at (952) 924-9005 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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