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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Online booking
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Heese, Family Medicine Specialist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Virginia Heese, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Heese completed her residency at Mc Gill Univ Fac Med Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Heese is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heese’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heese’s office at (650) 288-4080.
Where did Dr. Heese go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mc Gill Univ Fac Med Hosp, Family Medicine
Is Dr. Heese board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Virginia Heese, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Heese speak?
Dr. Heese and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Heese treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Heese 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. Heese. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Lipid Disorder Screening
- Diabetes Screening
- Health Screening
- Cholesterol Screening
- Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
- Lipid Panel Test
- Blood Sugar Test
- Diabetes Mellitus Screening
- Glucose Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders
- Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- Exposure to HIV
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- HIV
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
- HIV contact
- Suspected HIV exposure
- Human immunodeficiency virus exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
- Z206: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to human immunodeficiency virus [HIV]
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Other Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
- Thyroid Gland Underactivity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E038: Other specified hypothyroidism
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Liver Enzymes
- ALT Blood Test
- AST Test
- Elevated ALT
- Elevated AST
- Abnormal liver function test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7401: Elevation of levels of liver transaminase levels
Also known as:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADHD
- ADD
- Hyperactivity Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Which procedures does Dr. Heese perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Virginia Heese may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Heese's office.
Does Dr. Heese accept my insurance?
Dr. Heese accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 288-4080 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Heese accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Heese in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Sutter Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Heese's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Virginia Heese?
Dr. Heese has appointments available at her Palo Alto, CA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Heese's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Heese's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528270196.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heese?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Heese
What is Dr. Virginia Heese's specialty?
Dr. Heese is a Family Medicine Specialist near Palo Alto, CA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Heese to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Virginia Heese affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Heese is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Virginia Heese accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Virginia Heese is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Virginia Heese offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Heese, or call (650) 288-4080 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Virginia Heese?
Please contact Dr. Heese's office at (650) 288-4080 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Virginia Heese have?
Dr. Virginia Heese is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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