32 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Van Heest, Orthopedic Surgeon in Minneapolis, MN?
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Van Heest?
Dr. Ann Van Heest, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Van Heest empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cerebral Palsy, Fractures-Non Union, Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Minneapolis, MN community, Dr. Van Heest is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Van Heest go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Hennepin Co Med Ctr, General Surgery | University Minn Hospital
Medical School: University of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn
Is Dr. Van Heest board certified as an Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Ann Van Heest, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Van Heest speak?
Dr. Van Heest and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- Chinese
- English
- German
- Spanish
- Tagalog
- Thai
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Van Heest typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Van Heest 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. Van Heest. 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:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Hand or Finger Deformity at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Congenital Hand Malformation
- Finger Birth Defect
- Baby Hand Anomaly
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q681: Congenital deformity of finger(s) and hand
Also known as:
- Hereditary Multiple Osteochondromas
- Birth Defects
- Hereditary multiple osteochondromas
- Multiple Congenital Exostoses
- HME
- Bone Spurs
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q786: Multiple congenital exostoses
Also known as:
- Arm and Shoulder Birth Defects
- Birth Defects
- Congenital upper limb malformation
- Shoulder girdle defect
- Arm and shoulder anomalies
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q740: Other congenital malformations of upper limb(s), including shoulder girdle
Also known as:
- Hurler Syndrome
- Carbohydrate Metabolism Disorder
- Mucopolysaccharidosis type I
- MPS IH
- Alpha-L-iduronidase deficiency
- Gargoylism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7601: Hurler's syndrome
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Van Heest typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Van Heest 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. Van Heest. 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:
- Trigger Finger Release Surgery
- Webbed Finger Repair with Skin Grafts
- Tendon Sheath Incision
- Trigger Finger Tenolysis
- Finger Tendon Release
- Hand Tendon Surgery
- Syndactyly Correction
- Finger Separation Surgery
- Web Finger Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
- 26561: Repair of syndactyly (web finger) each web space; with skin flaps and grafts
Also known as:
- Small Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Joint Tap
- Bursa Fluid Removal
- Small Joint Injection
- Arthrocentesis
CPT Codes:
- 20600: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Extra Finger or Toe Reconstruction
- Polydactyly Repair
- Digit Reconstruction Surgery
- Extra Digit Removal and Reshaping
- Congenital Hand/Foot Anomaly Repair
CPT Codes:
- 26587: Reconstruction of polydactylous digit, soft tissue and bone
Also known as:
- Long Arm Cast Application
- Shoulder to hand cast
- Full arm cast
- Arm fracture cast
CPT Codes:
- 29065: Application, cast; shoulder to hand (long arm)
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Arthrocentesis
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Bursa Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Tissue Transfer
- Local Flap Reconstruction
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Van Heest accept my insurance?
Dr. Van Heest accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (612) 273-9400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Van Heest accept in Minneapolis, MN?
Dr. Van Heest in Minneapolis, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
Centene Corporation
Federal government of the United States
Hawaii Medical Service Association
HealthPartners
Medicare
State of Minnesota
State of South Dakota
UCare Minnesota
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Van Heest's office located?
Dr. Ann Van Heest's Primary Practice
909 Fulton St SE
Minneapolis, MN 55455
(612) 273-9400
What hospitals are Dr. Van Heest affiliated with?
Dr. Van Heest has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Van Heest's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Van Heest's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194833376.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Van Heest?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Van Heest