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Dr. Lauren Story-Hefta, MD

Little Rock, AR

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Story-Hefta, Vascular Surgeon in Little Rock, AR?

    Dr. Lauren Story-Hefta, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Little Rock, AR with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Story-Hefta is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Story-Hefta’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Story-Hefta’s office at (501) 686-8000.

    What languages does Dr. Story-Hefta speak?

    Dr. Story-Hefta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Story-Hefta treat?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Story-Hefta 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. Story-Hefta. 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:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Localized Swelling
    • Edema
    • Localized Edema
    • Fluid Retention
    • Swelling in one area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R600: Localized edema

    Also known as:

    • Aortic Aneurysm
    • Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
    • AAA
    • Aorta Bulge

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7140: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified
    • I7143: Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture

    Also known as:

    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Stenosis
    • Blocked Carotid Artery
    • Neck Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Narrowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries

    Also known as:

    • Right Carotid Artery Disease
    • Left Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
    • Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
    • Right Carotid Artery Blockage
    • Left Carotid Artery Stenosis
    • Narrowed Left Carotid Artery
    • Left Carotid Artery Blockage
    • Carotid Artery Stenosis
    • Narrowed Carotid Artery
    • Carotid Artery Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery
    • I6522: Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery
    • I6529: Occlusion and stenosis of unspecified carotid artery

    Also known as:

    • Left Leg Pain
    • Right Leg Pain
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Pain in left lower limb
    • Left leg discomfort
    • Aching left leg
    • Pain in right lower limb
    • Right leg discomfort
    • Aching right leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79605: Pain in left leg
    • M79604: Pain in right leg

    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:

    • Artery Aneurysm
    • Iliac Artery Aneurysm
    • Aneurysms
    • Blood Vessel Aneurysm
    • Artery Bulge
    • Vascular Aneurysm
    • Iliac Artery Bulge
    • Enlarged Iliac Artery
    • Pelvic Artery Aneurysm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I728: Aneurysm of other specified arteries
    • I723: Aneurysm of iliac artery

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • History of Nicotine Dependence
    • E-Cigarettes
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Past nicotine addiction
    • Previous smoking habit
    • History of tobacco use disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence

    Also known as:

    • Narrowing of Artery
    • Artery Stricture
    • Blocked Artery
    • Arterial Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I771: Stricture of artery

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Having Other Vascular Implants or Grafts
    • Blood vessel graft
    • Vascular stent
    • Artery implant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z95828: Presence of other vascular implants and grafts

    Also known as:

    • Other Circulatory System Disorder
    • Other Blood Vessel Problems
    • Unspecified Circulatory Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I998: Other disorder of circulatory system

    Which procedures does Dr. Story-Hefta perform as a Vascular Surgeon?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Lauren Story-Hefta may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Story-Hefta's office.

    Does Dr. Story-Hefta accept my insurance?

    Dr. Story-Hefta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (501) 686-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Story-Hefta accept in Little Rock, AR?

    Dr. Story-Hefta in Little Rock, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Arkansas Municipal League

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arkansas

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Story-Hefta's office located?

    Dr. Lauren Story-Hefta's Primary Practice

    1 Childrens Way Ste 653

    Little Rock, AR 72202

    (501) 686-8000

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    Dr. Lauren Story-Hefta's Practice 2

    4301 W Markham St

    Little Rock, AR 72205

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

    Dr. Story-Hefta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265963706.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Story-Hefta?

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

    What is Dr. Lauren Story-Hefta's specialty?

    Dr. Story-Hefta is a Vascular Surgeon near Little Rock, AR. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Story-Hefta to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lauren Story-Hefta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Story-Hefta is affiliated with Uams Medical Center 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

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    Is Lauren Story-Hefta accepting new patients in Little Rock, AR?

    Yes, Dr. Lauren Story-Hefta is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lauren Story-Hefta offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Story-Hefta's office at (501) 686-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lauren Story-Hefta?

    Please contact Dr. Story-Hefta's office at (501) 686-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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