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Dr. Walter Gradek, MD

Seattle, WA

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gradek, Cardiologist in Seattle, WA?

    Dr. Walter Gradek, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Gradek graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Gradek is fluent in English, Chinese, Indonesian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gradek’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gradek’s office at (206) 861-8550.

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

    • Residency: Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | EMORY HEALTHCARE

    • Medical School: Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc | Georgetown University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Gradek board certified in Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Walter Gradek, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Gradek speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    • Indonesian

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Gradek treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Gradek 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. Gradek. 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Atrial Flutter
    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Arrhythmia
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • A-flutter
    • Heart flutter
    • Rapid atrial rhythm
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • R002: Palpitations
    • I4892: Unspecified atrial flutter
    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath
    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea

    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:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Heart
    • Other Heart Disease
    • Heart Disease
    • Cardiomegaly
    • Big heart
    • Heart enlargement
    • Unspecified Heart Condition
    • Atypical Heart Problem
    • Rare Heart Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I517: Cardiomegaly
    • I5189: Other ill-defined heart diseases

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Heart Imaging Results
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Abnormal cardiac scan
    • Unusual heart test results
    • Abnormal coronary imaging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R931: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of heart and coronary circulation

    Which procedures does Dr. Gradek perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Walter Gradek may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gradek's office.

    Does Dr. Gradek accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gradek accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 861-8550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gradek accept in Seattle, WA?

    Dr. Gradek in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Gradek's office located?

    Dr. Walter Gradek's Primary Practice

    550 17th Ave Fl 6

    Seattle, WA 98122

    (206) 861-8550

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    Dr. Walter Gradek's Practice 2

    751 NE Blakely Dr Ste 3020

    Issaquah, WA 98029

    (206) 861-8550

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    Dr. Walter Gradek's Practice 3

    18100 NE Union Hill Rd Ste 200

    Redmond, WA 98052

    (206) 861-8550

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

    Dr. Gradek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164490892.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gradek?

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

    What is Dr. Walter Gradek's specialty?

    Dr. Gradek is a Cardiologist near Seattle, WA. 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. Gradek to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Walter Gradek affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gradek is affiliated with Swedish Cherry Hill Campus, Swedish First Hill Campus 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

    Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?

    Explore Cardiologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Walter Gradek accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Walter Gradek is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Walter Gradek offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gradek's office at (206) 861-8550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Walter Gradek?

    Please contact Dr. Gradek's office at (206) 861-8550 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Walter Gradek have?

    Dr. Walter Gradek is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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