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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hillegas, Nuclear Cardiologist in Willingboro, NJ?
Dr. Kristofer Hillegas, DO is a Nuclear Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Willingboro, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hillegas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hillegas’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hillegas’s office at (609) 835-3550.
What languages does Dr. Hillegas speak?
Dr. Hillegas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hillegas treat?
As a Nuclear Cardiologist, Dr. Hillegas diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Hillegas. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
- Precordial pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
- R072: Precordial pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Hillegas perform as a Nuclear Cardiologist?
As a Nuclear Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kristofer Hillegas may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hillegas' office.
Does Dr. Hillegas accept my insurance?
Dr. Hillegas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (609) 835-3550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hillegas accept in Willingboro, NJ?
Dr. Hillegas in Willingboro, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal Employee Program
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicaid
Medicare
State of New Jersey
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hillegas' office located?
Dr. Kristofer Hillegas' Primary Practice
218 Sunset Rd Fl 5
Willingboro, NJ 08046
(609) 835-3550
What is Dr. Hillegas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hillegas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154594224.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hillegas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hillegas
What is Dr. Kristofer Hillegas's specialty?
Dr. Hillegas is a Nuclear Cardiologist near Willingboro, NJ. A nuclear medicine physician who specializes in nuclear cardiology focuses on using radioactive materials and advanced imaging techniques to diagnose and treat various cardiovascular conditions, including the assessment of heart function, blood flow, and the detection of coronary artery disease. Contact Dr. Hillegas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kristofer Hillegas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hillegas is affiliated with Virtua Our Lady Of Lourdes Hospital, Virtua Voorhees Hospital, Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Kristofer Hillegas accepting new patients in Willingboro, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Kristofer Hillegas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristofer Hillegas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hillegas's office at (609) 835-3550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristofer Hillegas?
Please contact Dr. Hillegas's office at (609) 835-3550 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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