Summary

Dr. Allen Rafael is a cardiovascular disease specialist with additional expertise in interventional cardiology. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed his internal medicine residency at Emory University. Dr. Rafael pursued advanced fellowship training in cardiology at both Northwestern University and The Ohio State University, gaining specialized expertise in heart procedures and treatments. With 32 years of experience in cardiovascular care, he maintains board certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Rafael practices at Saint Charles Bend and sees patients at the St. Charles Heart and Lung Center in Bend, Oregon. He focuses on treating coronary artery disease and addresses heart conditions that specifically affect women. His expertise includes managing myocardial ischemia, a condition where the heart muscle doesn't receive enough oxygen. Dr. Rafael performs essential cardiac diagnostic procedures including electrocardiograms to monitor heart rhythm, contrast echocardiography for detailed heart imaging, and transthoracic echocardiograms to assess heart function. Patients consistently rate his care highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 32 years of experience
  • 51 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • The Ohio State University; Division of Cardiology Fellowship
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

St. Charles Heart and Lung Center - Bend

2500 Ne Neff RdBend, OR 97701
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

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32 Years of Experience 40 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
Bend , ORBend , ORBend , ORBend , OR
Med School: University of Illinois College of Medicine Med School: Northwestern University School of Medicine Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine Med School: Renaissance School Of Medicine At Stony Brook University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Allen Rafael

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AmeriGroup
  • Baylor Scott & White Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Capital Health Plan
  • CareOregon
  • CareOregon - Medicaid
  • CareOregon - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Plan of Washington
  • First Choice Health
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthChoice Oklahoma
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • InterCommunity Health Network CCO - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Meritain Health
  • Moda Health
  • Moda Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Moda Health - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • PacificSource Health Plans - Medicaid (Managed)
  • PacificSource Health Plans - Medicare
  • Providence Health Plans
  • Providence Health Plans - Medicare
  • Provider Partners Health Plan
  • Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Superior HealthPlan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Allen Rafael has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Allen Rafael has the following area of expertise

  • Interventional Cardiology

Certifications, License, & Education

32 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Internal Medicine

Internal medicine

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2027, Active
Medical Doctor, Oregon, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

The Ohio State University; Division of Cardiology Fellowship2001
Northwestern University - Division of Cardiology2000

Residency

Emory University IM Residency Program1997
Emory University IM Residency Program1995

Medical School

University of Illinois College of MedicineGraduated in 1994

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Which hospitals is Dr. Allen Rafael affiliated with?
Dr. Allen Rafael is affiliated with Saint Charles Bend.
Where is Dr. Allen Rafael's office located?
Dr. Allen Rafael's office is located at 2500 Ne Neff Rd, Bend, OR, 97701.
Does Dr. Allen Rafael accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Allen Rafael has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Allen Rafael accept my insurance?
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