Yochai Birnbaum
Expertise in
25
conditions

Dr. Yochai Birnbaum

Cardiology
Houston, TX 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
25
conditions
Houston, TX 

Overview

Yochai Birnbaum, MD, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to Houston and nearby communities. Yochai Birnbaum specializes in Cardiology and works at BCM - Cardiology. To make an appointment, please call (713) 798-2545. To review all accepted insurance carriers, please visit: https://www.stlukeshealth.org/patients-visitors/patients/billing-insurance/insurances-accepted.

Dr. Birnbaum is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Attack, Heart Block, Acute Coronary Syndrome, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 215 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Birnbaum is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Cardiology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in TX

Hospital Affiliations

Baylor St Lukes Medical Center
Houston Methodist Hospital
Chi St Luke's Health Brazosport
Houston Methodist Sugarland Hospital
Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center - Houston, TX

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Community Health
  • EPO
  • HMO
Community Health Choice
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
Devoted Health
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE
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
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Superior Health Plan
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
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

Baylor College of Medicine - Cardiology
Houston, TX 77030

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

215 Total Publications

Financial Toxicity: Inequities and Impact on Cardiovascular Disease.
Financial Toxicity: Inequities and Impact on Cardiovascular Disease.
Journal: Arteriosclerosis, thrombosis, and vascular biology
Published: June 25, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Yochai Birnbaum

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Yochai Birnbaum?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Yochai Birnbaum by calling their office at 713-798-2545. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Yochai Birnbaum a top-rated expert for Heart Attack?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Yochai Birnbaum is classified as an Elite expert for Heart Attack, 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. Yochai Birnbaum specialize in?

While Dr. Yochai Birnbaum is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Heart Attack, Heart Block, and Acute Coronary Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.

Does Dr. Yochai Birnbaum participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Yochai Birnbaum has published 215 articles and abstracts on conditions like Heart Attack. You can view a list of Dr. Yochai Birnbaum's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Yochai Birnbaum accept my insurance?

Dr. Yochai Birnbaum accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-798-2545 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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