Vaccines for flu, covid and other viral infections could lower your risk of cardiovascular complications, especially if you have heart disease, research suggests.

When you get vaccinated against infections like the flu or covid, you’re probably thinking about lowering your chances of getting sick. But research suggests certain routine vaccines may have another health benefit: protecting your heart.

Please click on the Washington Post article below for more details about how vaccines can protect your heart. Talk to your doctor today!

These 4 routine vaccines may also help protect your heart – The Washington Post

 

Office Relocation Announcement

Exciting News!
Dr. Ambereen Quraishi’s Lutherville office is moving to a more spacious suite in the same building to better serve you!

Effective January 1, 2026,
we will be relocating to 1205 York Rd. Suite 20. Lutherville, MD 21093

Important Clarification About Aetna Medicare Letters

Dear Valued Patient,

We’ve heard from some patients that they recently received a letter from Aetna Medicare saying their Woodholme Cardiology doctor is no longer in Aetna’s network.

Please don’t worry — this information is outdated.

There have been no changes to Aetna Medicare coverage since January 1, 2025. The letter you received appears to be an old one that was mistakenly sent out again by Aetna.

Here’s a quick summary of what actually changed on January 1, 2025:

✔ If your Aetna Medicare is through your Employer:

• You are still in-network with all our doctors.
• No changes to your coverage.

✔ If you bought an Individual Aetna Medicare PPO Plan:

• You can still see our doctors.
• Out-of-network benefits must be included in your plan.
• You may have to pay higher copays or coinsurance.

✘ If you bought an Individual Aetna Medicare HMO Plan:

• These plans do not include out-of-network coverage.
• Aetna will not pay for your visits with us.

✔ If you have traditional Medicare and Aetna as your secondary coverage:

• There are no changes.
• Your coverage is still active and fully in place.

If you have any questions or need help understanding your plan, please email Susan Brown at Sbrown20@lifebridgehealth.org.

We’re here to help!

Dear Patient,

Your Health Matters to Us

At Woodholme Cardiovascular Associates, our priority is keeping you healthy, delivering the right levels of care at the right time to keep you at home, and out of the hospital. We are proud to be an integral part of your healthcare team and are excited about introducing a new remote patient monitoring program called “Blip Care.”

What is Blip Care?

Blip Care is a remote monitoring program that will enhance your ability to manage your high blood pressure (hypertension) at home. The device is easy to use, and the data transmits to our portal in real-time, safely, and securely.

As an eligible member in our Blip Care program, you will receive a free blood pressure device that you will use to monitor your blood pressure daily at home. You’ll also have regular contact with a dedicated monitoring technician who can help answer your questions about your blood pressure. This technician, with the assistance of your physician, can also give you guidance, support, extra resources, and can help coach you to better health.

How do I Participate

Patients who are interested should email Ari Weiss at Aweiss@lifebridgehealth.org. Participation in the Blip Care program is optional; however, we do encourage you to participate and take advantage of this free blood pressure monitor. Remote patient monitoring is covered by Medicare and most major insurance carriers. Monthly costs (if applicable) will be discussed prior to enrolling in the program.

Wishing you good health,

Woodholme Cardiovascular Associates

Please note the following policy change: If you are unable to keep your appointment, please call the office at least 24 hours prior to your scheduled appointment. If you miss your follow-up appointment and do not call to cancel, a $25 no-show fee will be applied to your account. If you are a New Patient and fail to show up for your scheduled appointment, a $50 no-show fee will be applied to your account. Thank you for your understanding.