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Dr. Asefeh Heiat, MD
Geriatric Medicine Specialist
,Public Health & General Preventive Medicine Specialist
,Occupational Medicine Specialist
Bridgeport, CT
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Heiat, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Bridgeport, CT?
Dr. Asefeh Heiat, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bridgeport, CT. Dr. Heiat graduated from UFR de MÈdecine LariboisiËre-Saint-Louis and completed her residency at Griffin Hospital Program. Dr. Heiat is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heiat’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heiat’s office at (203) 384-3388.
Where did Dr. Heiat go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Griffin Hospital Program
Medical School: University Paris Val-De-Marne / U.E.R. of Creteil | UFR de MÈdecine LariboisiËre-Saint-Louis
What languages does Dr. Heiat speak?
Dr. Heiat and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Heiat typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Heiat 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. Heiat. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Heiat typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Heiat performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Heiat. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Does Dr. Heiat accept my insurance?
Dr. Heiat accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 384-3388 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Heiat accept in Bridgeport, CT?
Dr. Heiat in Bridgeport, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Heiat's office located?
What is Dr. Heiat's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Heiat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033119813.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heiat?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Heiat
What is Dr. Asefeh Heiat's specialty?
Dr. Heiat is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Bridgeport, CT.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Asefeh Heiat affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Heiat is affiliated with Griffin Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
When to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Asefeh Heiat accepting new patients in Bridgeport, CT?
Yes, Dr. Asefeh Heiat is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Asefeh Heiat offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Heiat's office at (203) 384-3388 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Asefeh Heiat?
Please contact Dr. Heiat's office at (203) 384-3388 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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