Summary

Dr. Iva Smolens is a thoracic and cardiovascular surgeon who specializes in complex heart and chest procedures. She completed her residency at the University of Michigan Medical Center in 1999, followed by a fellowship at the same institution in 2002. Dr. Smolens speaks English and brings extensive training in surgical interventions for heart and lung conditions.

Dr. Smolens practices at multiple respected hospitals, including Banner Desert Medical Center, Mercy Gilbert Medical Center, and MUSC Health Florence Medical Center in Florence, South Carolina. She focuses on treating coronary artery disease and heart conditions that affect blood flow to the heart muscle. Her surgical expertise includes diagnostic procedures such as chest imaging and specialized testing to evaluate heart function. Patients rate Dr. Smolens 4.6 out of 5 stars for her care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Michigan Medical Center
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

MUSC Health Cardiovascular Surgery

805 Pamplico Highway Florence Medical Pavilion B, Suite 300Florence, SC 29505
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 - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Thoracic SurgerySurgeryThoracic SurgeryThoracic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.6 
4.3 
4.8 
67 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience 45 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
Florence , SCFlorence , SCKingstree , SCFlorence , SC
Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine Med School: University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine Columbia Med School: Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Iva Ann Smolens

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Absolute Total Care (NEIC)
  • Absolute Total Care Healthy Connections Prime Dual Medicare/Medicaid Plan\xa0
  • Aetna (Managed Choice)
  • Aetna (Open Choice)
  • Aetna (Preferred Provider Organization)
  • AllWell by Absolute Total Care
  • Ambetter from Absolute Total Care\xa0(Marketplace)\xa0
  • BCBS Blue Essentials\xa0(Marketplace)
  • Blue Choice Blue Option\xa0(Marketplace)
  • Blue Choice Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Choice HealthCare (Group Health Plan)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal (FEP)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Planned Administrators
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Preferred Blue (PPC)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield State Health Plan for South Carolina
  • Cigna
  • Clover Health\xa0
  • Coventry
  • Employers Health Network (EHN)
  • First Choice VIP Care Plus Healthy Connections Prime Dual Medicare/Medicaid Plan
  • First Choice/Select Health (NEIC)
  • First Health
  • Great West Healthcare (Part of Cigna now)
  • Humana Healthy Horizons (through March 31 2025)
  • Medcost
  • Molina Healthcare\xa0
  • Molina Healthy Connections Prime Dual Medicare/Medicaid Plan
  • Tricare
  • United HealthCare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Iva Ann Smolens has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Iva Ann Smolens has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Thoracic Surgeon
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

Iva Ann Smolens holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of Arizona, Iowa, and South Carolina.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Arizona that expired in 2026, an active medical license in the state of Iowa that expires in 2027, and an active medical license in the state of South Carolina that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at University of Michigan Medical Center in 2002.

Residency

Completed their residency at University of Michigan Medical Center in 1999.

NPI Number

Iva Ann Smolens' NPI number is 1992794564.

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Where is Iva Smolens's office located?
Iva Smolens's office is located at 805 Pamplico Highway Florence Medical Pavilion B, Suite 300, Florence, SC, 29505.
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Which hospitals is Iva Smolens affiliated with?
Iva Smolens is affiliated with Banner Desert Medical Center, Unitypoint Health Saint Lukes Hospital Cedar Rapids, Musc Health Florence Medical Center, Mercy Gilbert Medical Center, and Dignity Health Arizona General Hospital.

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