Expertise in
5
conditions

Dr. Alexander Brescia

Thoracic Surgery
Barnes-Jewish Hospital
1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz, 
Saint Louis, MO 
Expertise in
5
conditions
Barnes-Jewish Hospital
1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz, 
Saint Louis, MO 

Overview

Alexander Brescia is a Thoracic Surgeon practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri.

Dr. Brescia is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Tricuspid Regurgitation, Endocarditis, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 100 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

Thoracic Surgery

Licenses

Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in MO

Hospital Affiliations

Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital
Barnes Jewish Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Cox Health
  • EPO
  • PPO
Freedom Life
  • INSURANCE PLAN
Health Alliance
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Horizon Healthcare
  • EPO
  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Meridian Choice
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Barnes-Jewish Hospital
1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz, Saint Louis, MO 63110
Other Locations
Office
4921 Parkview Pl Ste A, Saint Louis, MO 63110

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Alexander Brescia

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Alexander Brescia?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Alexander Brescia by calling their office at 314-362-7260. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Alexander Brescia a top-rated expert for Mitral Valve Regurgitation?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Alexander Brescia is classified as an Distinguished expert for Mitral Valve Regurgitation, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Alexander Brescia specialize in?

While Dr. Alexander Brescia is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Tricuspid Regurgitation, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.

Does Dr. Alexander Brescia accept my insurance?

Dr. Alexander Brescia accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 314-362-7260 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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