Summary

Dr. Kai Engstad treats aortic valve stenosis, arthralgia, and MRSA infection in Tacoma, Washington, and has practiced cardiology for 25 years. He is affiliated with Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center.

Dr. Engstad is board-certified in thoracic and cardiac surgery by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery and in surgery by the American Board of Surgery. He earned his medical degree from St. George's University. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Engstad 4.86 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 25 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • St George',s University
  • 10 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Pulse Heart Institute Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery - Tacoma

419 S L StTacoma, WA 98405
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 - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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CardiologyNurse PractitionerPediatricsAnesthesiology
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25 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Tacoma , WAPuyallup , WAFort Irwin , CATacoma , WA
Med School: St George',s University Med School: Rocky Vista University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Kai Engstad

  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Plan of Washington
  • First Choice Health
  • Health Plus
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Regence BlueShield
  • Select Health of South Carolina
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Kai Engstad has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Kai Engstad has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Atrial Fibrillation
  • Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures
  • Pacemaker Implantation
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

25 Years Experience

Kai Engstad holds an expired medical license in the states of Washington and Oregon. They are board certified in Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery and Surgery by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery and American Board of Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery and board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Washington that expired in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of Oregon that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from St George',s University in 2001.

NPI Number

Kai Engstad's NPI number is 1174793830.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Kai Engstad accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Kai Engstad has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Kai Engstad accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Kai Engstad accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Kai Engstad accepting new patients?
Kai Engstad is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Kai Engstad's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Which hospitals is Kai Engstad affiliated with?
Kai Engstad is affiliated with Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center.
Where is Kai Engstad's office located?
Kai Engstad's office is located at 419 S L St, Tacoma, WA, 98405.

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