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Dr. Heather Flaherty, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Valencia, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Flaherty, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Valencia, CA?

    Dr. Heather Flaherty, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Valencia, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Flaherty graduated from University of California and completed her residency at Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Emergency Medicine; Va Greater La Hlthcare Sys, Internal Medicine. Dr. Flaherty is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Flaherty’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Flaherty’s office at (661) 200-2000.

    Where did Dr. Flaherty go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Emergency Medicine; Va Greater La Hlthcare Sys, Internal Medicine | UCLA Med Ctr/UCLA D Geffen School | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | University of California

    Is Dr. Flaherty board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Heather Flaherty, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Flaherty speak?

    Dr. Flaherty and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Flaherty typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Flaherty 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. Flaherty. 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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Throat pain
    • Pharyngitis
    • Throat discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R070: Pain in throat

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Flaherty typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Heather Flaherty may include:

    Please contact Dr. Flaherty's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Flaherty accept my insurance?

    Dr. Flaherty accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 200-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Flaherty accept in Valencia, CA?

    Dr. Flaherty in Valencia, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Care N' Care Insurance Company

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • HealthRight Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Flaherty's office located?

    Dr. Heather Flaherty's Primary Practice

    23845 McBean Pkwy

    Valencia, CA 91355

    (661) 200-2000

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    Dr. Heather Flaherty's Practice 2

    757 Westwood Plz Rm 14-19

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

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    Dr. Heather Flaherty's Practice 3

    43112 15th St W

    Lancaster, CA 93534

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    What is Dr. Flaherty's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Flaherty's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215961073.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Flaherty?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Flaherty

    What is Dr. Heather Flaherty's specialty?

    Dr. Flaherty is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Valencia, CA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Heather Flaherty affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Flaherty is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Heather Flaherty accepting new patients in Valencia, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Heather Flaherty is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Heather Flaherty offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Flaherty's office at (661) 200-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Heather Flaherty?

    Please contact Dr. Flaherty's office at (661) 200-2000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Flaherty's office located?

    Dr. Flaherty's offices are located in Valencia, CA, Los Angeles, CA, and Lancaster, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Heather Flaherty have?

    Dr. Heather Flaherty is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.