Dr. David Kovar, MD
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48 y/o
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Dr. David Kovar, MD is a cardiology specialist in Denver, CO and has been practicing for 17 years. He specializes in cardiology, nuclear cardiology, and more.Read his story
David Kovar, MD
1960 N Ogden St Ste 110
Denver, CO 80218Insurance Accepted
- Aetna
- American Republic
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Assurant Health
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- Commercial Insurance Company
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)
- HealthSmart
- Humana
- Kaiser Permanente
- Medica
- Meritain Health
- MultiPlan
- UnitedHealthCare
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Chronic Pulmonary Heart Diseases (incl. Pulmonary Hypertension)
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more than 85% of peers
Pulmonary Hypertension
high
more than 83% of peers
Heart Disease
high
more than 83% of peers
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Dr. Kovar's bio
This content was provided by Dr. Kovar "Dr. Kovar has been practicing cardiology since 2002. Originally from the Czech Republic, he graduated from Charles University School of Medicine in 1994 and proceeded to complete his Internal Medicine residency, Cardiology, and Interventional Cardiology fellowship at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Dr. Kovar has been actively involved in medical research. He has presented his work at international cardiology meetings and has published articles in reputable journals. Dr. Kovar is an Associate Clinical Professor at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center. He has unique experiences in health systems throughout the world, practicing medicine in Europe, New Zealand, and Australia. In 2014 to 2015 he spent a sabbatical year with his family volunteering in several African countries and Nepal. Dr. Kovar has seven board certifications in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, Interventional Cardiology, Nuclear Cardiology, Echocardiography, Cardiovascular Computer Tomography, and Vascular Medicine. He speaks several languages including Spanish. His professional interests include percutaneous coronary and peripheral vascular interventions and Cardiovascular Computer Tomography. Dr. Kovar, his wife, and two children enjoy traveling, skiing, sailing, scuba diving, backcountry hiking and camping."
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7 Specialties
- Cardiology
- Computed Tomography (CT)
- Diagnostic Ultrasound Imaging
- Interventional Cardiology
- Nuclear Cardiology
- Peripheral Vascular Surgery
- Vascular Medicine
4 Board Certifications
- Cardiovascular DiseaseAccredited by: American Board of Internal Medicine*
- Internal MedicineAccredited by: American Board of Internal Medicine*
- Interventional CardiologyAccredited by: American Board of Internal Medicine*
- Nuclear MedicineAccredited by: American Board of Nuclear Medicine*
57 Conditions Treated
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)
- Aneurysm
- Angina and Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Dissection
- Aortic Ectasia
- Aortic Stenosis
- Aortic Valve Disease
- Arrhythmias
- Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerosis of Aorta
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Flutter
- Autonomic Disorders
- Cardiomegaly
- Cardiomyopathy
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Chest Pain
- Chronic Pulmonary Heart Diseases (incl. Pulmonary Hypertension)
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Congenital Heart Disease
- Congestive Heart Failure
- Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
- Endocarditis
- Heart Attack (Acute Myocardial Infarction)
- Heart Disease
- Heart Murmur
- Heart Palpitations
- Heart Tumors, Benign
- Hyperlipidemia
- Hypertension
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Heart and Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Heart Disease
- Hypotension
- Limb Swelling
- Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
- Mitral Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Regurgitation
- Mitral Valve Stenosis
- Pericardial Disease
- Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
- Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
- Peripheral Arterial Disease of Extremities
- Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
- Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
- Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
- Pulmonary Disease
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Pulmonary Valve Disease
- Septal Defect
- Syncope
- Thrombosis
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
- Tricuspid Valve Disease
- Vascular Disease
- Venous Insufficiency
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26 Procedures
- Ablation for Treatment of Cardiac Arrhythmias
- Angioplasty
- Aortic Valve Replacement
- Automatic Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) Implantation
- Cardiac Catheterization (incl. Coronary Angiography)
- Cardiac Electrophysiology
- Cardiac Imaging
- Cardiac Myocardial Perfusion Imaging
- Cardiovascular Stress Test
- Cardioversion, Elective
- Cardioverter-Defibrillator or Pacemaker Insertion, Removal or Repair
- Carotid Ultrasound
- Chest CT (incl. Heart and Lungs)
- Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy and Stent
- Heart Surgery
- Lung Surgery
- Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
- Pacemaker Insertion or Replacement
- Peripheral Artery Catheterization
- Peripheral Vascular Surgical Procedures
- Port Placements or Replacements
- Thoracentesis
- Thrombolysis
- Tilt Testing or Cardiac Event Monitors
- Valve Repair or Replacement (Aortic, Mitral, Tricuspid, and Pulmonary)
- Vascular Duplex Ultrasonography and Plethysmography
Background Check
0 Malpractice Claims
No malpractice history found for Colorado.
0 Sanctions
No sanctions history found for the years that Healthgrades collects data.
0 Board Actions
No board actions found for the years that Healthgrades collects data.
Education
- Charles University School Of MedicineMedical School | Graduated 1994
- Charles University HospitalInternship Hospital | Completed 1995
- University of North Dakota / Main CampusInternship Hospital | Completed
- University of Alabama At BirminghamResidency Hospital | Completed 1998
- University of Alabama At BirminghamFellowship Hospital | Completed 2001
- Interventional Cardiology Fellowship-UabOther Education | Completed 2002
Awards & Recognition
Awards & Honors
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Media & Publications
Dr. Kovar has no media or publications listed.
Languages Spoken
- English
- Czech
- Russian
- Spanish
Memberships & Professional Affiliations
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What People Say About Dr. David Kovar, MD
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Dr Kovar saved my life!
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1George in Denver, CO – Dec 06, 2017
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extremely conscientious
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Jack T in Denver – Sep 22, 2017
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Dr Kovar was the cardiologist who not only pulled me through a 2012 heart attack and put in two stints, but has been my cardiologist ever since. In my 69 years, I've never had a more competent and compassionate doctor. He never rushes through an appointment and always answers all questions. I...Read More
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Dr. Kovar accepts 15 insurance carriers
- AetnaAetna HMOChoice Plus POS IIWhole Health Colorado Front Range
- American Republic
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue ShieldAnthem Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
- Assurant Health
- Blue Cross Blue ShieldBlue Card PPO
- CignaCigna HMOCigna PPOLocalPlusOpen Access Plus
- Commercial Insurance Company
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- HealthSmart
- Humana
- Kaiser Permanente
- Medica
- Meritain Health
- MultiPlanMultiPlan PPOPHCS Network PPO
- UnitedHealthCareChoice Plus POSNavigate HMONavigate POSOptions PPOUnited Healthcare
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