Summary

Dr. Michael Samara is a cardiovascular disease specialist with expertise in internal medicine who has been practicing for 22 years. He earned his medical degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and focuses on comprehensive heart care. Dr. Samara speaks English and brings over two decades of experience to his cardiovascular practice.

Dr. Samara practices at Minneapolis Heart Institute and maintains affiliations with Abbott Northwestern Hospital, Westhealth in Plymouth, and Mercy Hospital locations in Coon Rapids and Fridley. He specializes in treating heart failure and cardiomyopathy, along with congenital heart disease. His diagnostic approach includes blood testing and metabolic panels to evaluate heart function. Patients have given him an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their confidence in his cardiovascular care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 22 years of experience
  • 48 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Michael A Samara has 5 locations

Minneapolis Heart Institute

920 E 28th St Ste 300Minneapolis, MN 55407
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Abbott Northwestern Hospital

800 E 28th StMinneapolis, MN 55407
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Westhealth

2805 Campus Dr Ste 125Plymouth, MN 55441
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Mercy Hospital

4050 Coon Rapids Blvd NwCoon Rapids, MN 55433

Mercy Hospital Unity Campus

550 Osborne Rd NeFridley, MN 55432

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Accepts New Patients
3.8 
22 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Minneapolis , MNMinneapolis , MNMinneapolis , MNEden Prairie , MN
Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of New England College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School Med School: New York University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael A Samara

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Empire Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Group Health Cooperative of Eau Claire
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthPartners - Medicare
  • Hennepin Health
  • Hennepin Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medica
  • Medica - EPO
  • Medica - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Physicians Mutual
  • PreferredOne
  • Sanford Health Plan
  • State Farm
  • State Farm - POS
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tricare
  • UCare
  • United American
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Michael A Samara has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michael A Samara has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Hypertension
  • Internal Medicine
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

22 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Minnesota, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Case Western Reserve University School Of MedicineGraduated in 2004

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Michael Samara affiliated with?
Dr. Michael Samara is affiliated with MINNEAPOLIS HEART INSTITUTE.
What languages does Dr. Michael Samara speak?
Dr. Michael Samara speaks English.
Does Dr. Michael Samara accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Michael Samara accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Michael Samara's office located?
Dr. Michael Samara's office is located at 920 E 28th St Ste 300, Minneapolis, MN, 55407.
Does Dr. Michael Samara accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Michael Samara has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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