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Dr. Keith Allen, MD

Dr. Keith Allen, MD

Albuquerque, NM

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Allen, Thoracic Surgeon in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Keith Allen, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Allen graduated from Meharry Medical College and completed his residency at Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Thoracic Surgery; Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, General Surgery. Dr. Allen is fluent in English, French, Hindi, Korean, Panjabi, Punjabi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Allen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Allen’s office at (417) 820-3960.

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

    • Residency: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Thoracic Surgery; Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, General Surgery | UMDNJ

    • Medical School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine | Meharry Medical College

    Is Dr. Allen board certified in Thoracic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Keith Allen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Allen speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • Hindi

    • Korean

    • Panjabi

    • Punjabi

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Allen treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Allen 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. Allen. 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
    • Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
    • Unstable Angina
    • Hardening of Heart Arteries from Fatty Deposits
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
    • Chest Pain from Heart Disease
    • Angina Pectoris
    • Unstable Chest Pain
    • Acute Coronary Syndrome
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
    • Coronary atherosclerosis
    • Plaque buildup in heart arteries
    • Lipid-rich plaque in coronary arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
    • I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris
    • I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
    • I2583: Coronary atherosclerosis due to lipid rich plaque
    • I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
    • I352: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis with insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    Also known as:

    • Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
    • Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
    • Aortic Aneurysm
    • Bulging Ascending Aorta
    • Weakened Ascending Aorta
    • Ascending Aorta Dilation
    • Chest Aortic Aneurysm
    • Bulging Thoracic Aorta
    • Weakened Thoracic Aorta

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture
    • I7120: Thoracic aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified

    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:

    • Pus in Chest Cavity
    • Abscess
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Empyema
    • Pleural empyema
    • Infected pleural space

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J869: Pyothorax without fistula

    Also known as:

    • Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-cardiac surgery care
    • Vascular surgery aftercare
    • Heart surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    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:

    • Rheumatic Mitral and Aortic Valve Disease
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Multiple Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease
    • Rheumatic Fever Affecting Heart Valves

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I080: Rheumatic disorders of both mitral and aortic valves

    Also known as:

    • Trunk Lump or Swelling
    • Body Mass
    • Torso Lump
    • Trunk Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R222: Localized swelling, mass and lump, trunk

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Does Dr. Allen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Allen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (417) 820-3960 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Allen accept in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Allen in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • Presbyterian Health Plan

    • State of New Mexico

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Allen's office located?

    Dr. Keith Allen's Primary Practice

    1100 Central Ave SE

    Albuquerque, NM 87106

    (417) 820-3960

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    Dr. Keith Allen's Practice 2

    201 Cedar St SE Ste 4610

    Albuquerque, NM 87106

    (505) 563-2500

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    Dr. Keith Allen's Practice 3

    802 N Riverside Rd Ste 210

    Saint Joseph, MO 64507

    (816) 271-6200

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

    Dr. Allen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134186901.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Allen?

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

    What is Dr. Keith Allen's specialty?

    Dr. Allen is a Thoracic Surgeon near Albuquerque, NM. 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. Contact Dr. Allen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Keith Allen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Allen is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm 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 Keith Allen accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?

    Yes, Dr. Keith Allen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Keith Allen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Allen's office at (417) 820-3960 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Keith Allen?

    Please contact Dr. Allen's office at (417) 820-3960 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Keith Allen have?

    Dr. Keith Allen is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.

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