Overview
Michael J. Scala, NP, is a nurse practitioner specializing in cardiovascular surgery at Ascension Saint Thomas in Nashville, TN. He provides outpatient and inpatient acute care to adults who need cardiac surgery. Michael has a special interest in coronary artery bypass grafting, aortic valve surgery, mitral valve surgery, as well as aortic surgery. When possible, these procedures are performed using minimally invasive options to help shorten recovery.
Dr. Scala is board certified in American Nurses Credentialing Center - Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner - Board Certified (AGACNP-BC) and American Nurses Credentialing Center - Nurse Practitioner (NP). Dr. Scala is currently accepting new patients.
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- OTHER MEDICARE
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- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
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- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
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- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
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- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
4230 Harding Pike, Ste 200, Nashville, TN 37205
4230 Harding Pike, Ste 535, Nashville, TN 37205
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Does Dr. Michael J. Scala accept my insurance?
Dr. Michael J. Scala accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 615-964-5864 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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