Summary

Interventional cardiology is the focus of Dr. Allen Rafael's practice, where he treats coronary artery disease, coronary artery disease in women, and myocardial ischemia, and performs contrast echocardiography and transthoracic echocardiograms. He has practiced cardiology and interventional cardiology for 32 years and is affiliated with Saint Charles Bend.

Dr. Rafael is board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed residency training at Emory University and fellowships in cardiology at Northwestern University and The Ohio State University. He sees patients in Bend, Oregon. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Rafael 5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

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
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

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 38 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Bend , ORBend , ORBend , ORCoos Bay , OR
Med School: University of Illinois College of Medicine Med School: Oregon Health & Science University School Of Medicine Med School: Universitaet Hamburg Medizinische Fakultaet
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Insurance Plans Accepted by 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

Allen Rafael has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Allen Rafael has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Cardiovascular Disease
  • Interventional Cardiology

Certifications, License, & Education

32 Years Experience

Allen Rafael holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of Texas and Oregon. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Texas that expires in 2027 and an expired medical license in the state of Oregon that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at The Ohio State University; Division of Cardiology Fellowship in 2001 and Northwestern University - Division of Cardiology in 2000.

Residency

Completed their residency at Emory University IM Residency Program in 1997 and Emory University IM Residency Program in 1995.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1994.

NPI Number

Allen Rafael's NPI number is 1962408526.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Allen Rafael?
You can find contact information for Allen Rafael here on Vitals.
Is Allen Rafael accepting new patients?
Allen Rafael has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Allen Rafael's office located?
Allen Rafael's office is located at 2500 NE Neff Rd, Bend, OR, 97701.
What languages does Allen Rafael speak?
Allen Rafael speaks English.
Does Allen Rafael accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Allen Rafael accepts on their Vitals profile.

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