Summary

Dr. Luis Santamarina is a cardiovascular disease specialist who has dedicated over four decades to heart care. He earned his medical degree from Universidad Francisco Marroquin Facultad de Medicina and completed his internship at Hospital General San Juan De Dios. Dr. Santamarina then pursued extensive training at the University of Minnesota Medical School, where he completed both his general surgery residency in 1993 and his cardiothoracic fellowship in 1996. With 41 years of experience in cardiovascular medicine, he provides care in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Santamarina practices at Providence Olympia Cardiac Surgery in Olympia, Washington, and maintains affiliations with Multicare Capital Medical Center. His expertise includes treating coronary artery disease and myocardial ischemia. He has particular experience in managing coronary artery disease in women, addressing the unique cardiac health needs of female patients. Patients consistently rate Dr. Santamarina highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 41 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University of Minnesota Medical School
  • 47 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 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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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseInternal MedicineCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
41 Years of Experience 4 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Olympia , WATacoma , WATacoma , WASeattle , WA
Med School: Universidad Francisco Marroquin Facultad de Medicina Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Luis Fernando Santamarina

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage HMO/PPO
  • Aetna PPO
  • Carelon PPO
  • Cigna PPO
  • Coordinated Care Medicaid
  • First Choice PPO
  • First Health-Coventry PPO
  • HCSC HealthSpring Medicare Advantage HMO/PPO
  • Health Net Tricare
  • Health Smart PPO
  • Humana
  • Humana PPO
  • Kaiser
  • Kaiser Medicare Advantage
  • Managed Health Network HMO-PPO
  • Managed Health Network Medicare Advantage
  • Pacific Medical Center TRICARE
  • Premera Medicare Advantage
  • Providence Health Plan Medicare Advantage-HMO
  • Regence BlueShield Of Washington PPO
  • Regence BlueShield Of Washington TRIWEST
  • South Puget Intertribal Planning Agency
  • United Behavioral Health Medicaid* * Medicaid product only for Idaho
  • United Behavioral Health Medicare Advantage
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Medicaid
  • Wellcare Medicare Advantage-HMO
  • Wellpoint Medicare Advantage
  • Wellpoint Medicare Advantage Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Luis Fernando Santamarina has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Luis Fernando Santamarina has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Cardiologist
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

Luis Fernando Santamarina holds an expired medical license in the state of Washington.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at University of Minnesota Medical School in 1996 and University of Minnesota Cardiothoracic Fellowship in 1996.

Residency

Completed their residency at University of Minnesota Medical School in 1993 and University of Minnesota General Surgery Residency in 1993.

Internship

Completed their internship at Hospital General San Juan De Dios in 1987 and Hospital General San Juan Dios in 1987.

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad Francisco Marroquin Facultad de Medicina in 1986, Universidad Francisco Murroquin in 1986, and Universidad Francisco Marroquin Facultad de Medicina in 1985.

NPI Number

Luis Fernando Santamarina's NPI number is 1962452664.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Luis Santamarina's office located?
Luis Santamarina's office is located at 525 Lilly Rd NE, Olympia, WA, 98506.
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