Cardiologists in Idaho
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166
Cardiologists
100%
Accepting patients
79%
Most common: MD
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Specialty: cardiologistState: ID
About cardiologists in Idaho
Idaho has 166 licensed cardiologists spread across the state. 100% are currently accepting new patients. The most common credential is MD (79%), which stands for Doctor of Medicine. DO (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine) is the second most common at 14%.
University of Washington School of Medicine - WWAMI Idaho Track and Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine train cardiologists in the state. Notable hospitals include St. Luke's Boise Medical Center, Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center, and Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center. Health systems such as St. Luke's Health System, Saint Alphonsus Health System, and Kootenai Health employ many of the state's cardiologists.
74% accept Medicare. Patients with Idaho Medicaid should verify coverage directly, as not all cardiologists participate. The most widely accepted carriers include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-63474, qhp-10091, and qhp-73836.
Idaho faces significant healthcare workforce shortages, particularly in rural communities across the central and northern parts of the state.
Frequently asked questions about cardiologists in Idaho
Idaho has 166 licensed cardiologists. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of cardiologists in Idaho 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 Idaho include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-63474, qhp-10091, and qhp-73836. 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 Idaho 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. Idaho has 166 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 Idaho, 79% hold the MD credential and 14% hold DO. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
74% of cardiologists in Idaho 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 Idaho accept Idaho Medicaid, 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 Idaho Medicaid participation before scheduling.
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Insurance & Cardiologist coverage
Top accepted carriers in Idaho include unitedhealthcare, medicare, qhp-63474, qhp-10091, and qhp-73836.
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.