Dr. Jennifer Shaobo Xu, MD is a cardiologist in Orange, CA specializing in cardiology (heart disease). She graduated from University of Michigan Medical School. Dr. Jennifer Shaobo Xu, MD is affiliated with UCI Health, UCI Health Cardiovascular Center and UC REGENTS.
Heart Problems
The heart is one of the most important organs in the body. This smooth muscle expands and contracts rhythmically an entire lifetime, pumping blood to the lungs and then to every other cell in the body. When heart problems occur, it becomes difficult for the body to get the nutrients and oxygen it needs via the blood. So while there are a variety of illnesses and disorders that affect the heart, most of them cause weakness, exhaustion and shortness of breath. The most common heart conditions include heart disease, angina, arrhythmia, and valve disorders.
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. This includes coronary artery disease, heart attacks, congestive heart failure, and congenital heart disease. Some conditions, such as genetics, cannot be controlled. But there are many other things one can do to lower their risk for heart disease. Controlling high blood pressure and cholesterol levels, reducing or stopping smoking, exercising more and losing weight if needed, and eating a diet low in sodium can all protect the heart.
Angina is a squeezing type of chest pain that happens when the muscles around the heart don't get enough oxygen. It can be regular or infrequent. Usually, angina is caused by coronary heart disease. However, not all chest pain is angina. Chest pain can also be caused by a lung infection or panic attack, for example, so it is important to have any sudden pain checked.
Arrhythmia is the word for when the heart beats too fast, too slow, or irregularly with skipped beats. It can feel frightening, and depending on the type it can be dangerous, but in most cases arrhythmia is not serious and can be treated. It is very common, especially in older adults.
Heart valve problems can happen in any one of the the heart's four valves that keep blood flowing where it needs to go. Babies can be born with problems in their heart valves, or valves can be damaged by infections. The valves can stiffen and become less mobile, or they can stop closing properly and 'leak' when the heart beats. Valve problems can usually be repaired surgically.
Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.
In 2023, Dr. Jennifer Shaobo Xu, MD had a list price for stress echo that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 90% of providers in related specialties within California. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.
In 2013, Dr. Jennifer Shaobo Xu, MD had a list price for cardiac (heart) stress testing, electrocardiogram (EKG), stress EKG, and stress testing that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of providers in related specialties within California. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.
The top procedures that Dr. Jennifer Shaobo Xu, MD treated as a cardiologist in Orange, CA during 2023 were cardiac procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), hospital care and inpatient care.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jennifer Shaobo Xu, MD for Medicare patients.
| cardiac procedures | 129 |
|---|---|
| doctor visit | 192 |
| hospital care | 50 |
| inpatient care | 50 |
| stress testing | 27 |
| ultrasound (sonogram) | 114 |
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jennifer Shaobo Xu, MD for Medicare patients.
The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Jennifer Shaobo Xu, MD treated as a cardiologist in Orange, CA were cardiac procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), hospital care and inpatient care.
| cardiac procedures | 129 |
|---|---|
| doctor visit | 192 |
| hospital care | 50 |
| inpatient care | 50 |
| stress testing | 27 |
| ultrasound (sonogram) | 114 |
Dr. Jennifer Shaobo Xu, MD graduated from University of Michigan Medical School. She completed residency at University of California, Irvine Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine American Board of Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease and has a state license in California.
Medical School: University of Michigan Medical School
Residency: University of California, Irvine Affiliated Hospitals
Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine American Board of Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease
Licensed In: California
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Dr. Jennifer Shaobo Xu, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 258 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Jennifer Shaobo Xu, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Orange, CA.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Jennifer Shaobo Xu, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$97
LifeVest $97 |
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$25
AMPLATZER $25 |
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Dr. Jennifer Xu's specialty is cardiology (heart disease). Dr. Xu's clinical interests include heart problems. On average, patients gave her a rating of 5.0 stars (out of 5). She is a graduate of the University of Michigan Medical School. Her training includes a residency program at a hospital affiliated with the University of California, Irvine. She is affiliated with UCI Health.
