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As of today, the following are the total number of Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology Physicians nationally, in your state, and near your location.
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Medicare
The following are the total number of Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology Physicians who accept Medicare in your state, the number who have opted out of Medicare, and the total number excluded from participation in Medicare nationwide.
The diagram below shows all the Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology Physicians across the country, represented by blue bubbles. The larger the bubble, the greater the concentration of providers in that area. Red bubbles represent Medicare-excluded providers, with the larger bubbles indicating a higher percentage of excluded providers in that region. You can change the bubble size to be based on exclusions from the Size menu.
What do Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology Physicians do?
An Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology physician specializes in treating patients with end-stage heart failure and those awaiting or having undergone a heart transplant.
They manage complex heart conditions, including the provision and management of ventricular assist devices (VADs) and the evaluation of candidates for heart transplantation.
These specialists collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive care, focusing on enhancing the quality of life and survival for patients with severe heart disease.
What they do
Diagnosis and Management of Advanced Heart Failure: This involves evaluating and managing patients whose heart failure has progressed to a point where standard treatments are no longer sufficient.
Ventricular Assist Devices (VADs) and Mechanical Support: This includes implanting and managing VADs (left ventricular assist devices) and other mechanical circulatory support systems that help the heart pump blood more effectively.
Heart Transplant Evaluation and Care: They assess patients for suitability for heart transplantation and manage their care before and after a transplant, including post-transplant complications and immunosuppression.
Specialized Procedures: They perform and interpret various procedures, such as cardiac catheterizations, to assess cardiac function and guide treatment.
Team-Based Care: They collaborate with a diverse team of professionals, including transplant surgeons, nurses, pharmacists, dietitians, and social workers, to provide comprehensive, personalized care.
Patient and Family Education: The healthcare team explains the condition, management options, and the transplant process to patients and their families.
When to See One
You may need to see an advanced heart failure and transplant cardiologist if:
- You are a candidate for a heart transplant or a ventricular assist device.
- Your heart failure has progressed to a severe stage.
- Your current medications or devices are no longer effective.
- You are experiencing worsening symptoms such as shortness of breath, fluid retention, or fatigue.