Browse cardiologists in Alaska.
56
Cardiologists
100%
Accepting patients
77%
Most common: MD
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Alaska has 56 licensed cardiologists, which can make finding the right provider more challenging in some parts of the state. 100% are currently accepting new patients. The most common credential is MD (77%), which stands for Doctor of Medicine. DO (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine) is the second most common at 18%.
University of Washington School of Medicine - WWAMI Alaska Track trains practitioners in the state. Notable hospitals include Providence Alaska Medical Center, Alaska Regional Hospital, and Fairbanks Memorial Hospital. Health systems such as Providence Alaska Medical Center, Southcentral Foundation, and Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium employ many of the state's cardiologists.
80% accept Medicare. Patients with Alaska Medicaid (Denali Care) should verify coverage directly, as not all cardiologists participate. The most widely accepted carriers include unitedhealthcare, qhp-73836, medicare, qhp-38344, and qhp-56707.
Alaska relies heavily on telemedicine to serve remote communities, with the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium operating one of the largest tribal telehealth networks in the United States.
Alaska has 56 licensed cardiologists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of cardiologists in Alaska are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
The most commonly accepted carriers among cardiologists in Alaska include unitedhealthcare, qhp-73836, medicare, qhp-38344, and qhp-56707. Coverage and in-network status vary by provider, so it is worth confirming directly with the office before scheduling. FindClarity shows accepted insurance for each provider.
Office visit copays range from $30 to $75. An EKG costs $200 to $500. Echocardiograms run $1,000 to $3,000. Stress tests range from $500 to $2,000. Actual costs in Alaska depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Cardiology tests often require prior authorization from your insurer. Cardiac rehabilitation is covered by most plans after qualifying events like a heart attack or heart surgery.
Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. Alaska has 56 cardiologists. Reading patient reviews and checking hospital affiliations can help narrow your choice. FindClarity lets you compare providers by credentials, insurance, and location.
MD stands for Doctor of Medicine and DO stands for Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. Both are equivalent qualifications. In Alaska, 77% hold the MD credential and 18% hold DO. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
80% of cardiologists in Alaska accept Medicare. Medicare covers cardiology visits, diagnostic tests, and cardiac rehabilitation. Most cardiovascular procedures are covered under Part B or Part A (inpatient). Prior authorization may be needed for some tests. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Some cardiologists in Alaska accept Alaska Medicaid (Denali Care), the state's Medicaid program. Medicaid covers cardiology services in all states. Coverage for specific tests, procedures, and cardiac rehabilitation varies. Prior authorization is common for advanced imaging. Contact the provider's office directly to confirm Alaska Medicaid (Denali Care) participation before scheduling.
Top accepted carriers in Alaska include unitedhealthcare, qhp-73836, medicare, qhp-38344, and qhp-56707.
Cardiology visits are covered under medical insurance as specialist visits. You may need a referral from your PCP depending on your plan type (HMO vs. PPO). Tests like echocardiograms and stress tests are generally covered when ordered for medical reasons but may require prior authorization. Cardiac rehabilitation after a heart event is covered by most plans.