29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Heher, Nephrologist in Worcester, MA?
Dr. Eliot Heher, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Worcester, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Heher graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Heher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heher’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heher’s office at (508) 334-1000.
Where did Dr. Heher go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Johns Hopkins Hosp, Internal Medicine | Johns Hopkins Hospital
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts | Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
Is Dr. Heher board certified in Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Eliot Heher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Heher speak?
Dr. Heher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Heher treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Heher 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. Heher. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
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:
- Awaiting Organ Transplant
- Organ Transplantation
- Organ transplant waitlist
- On transplant list
- Pre-transplant status
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7682: Awaiting organ transplant status
Also known as:
- Immune Deficiency
- Immune System and Disorder
- Weak Immune System
- Immune System Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Kidney Transplant Complication
- Kidney Transplantation
- Renal Transplant Problem
- Kidney Graft Issue
- Post-Kidney Transplant Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8619: Other complication of kidney transplant
Also known as:
- Long-term Immunosuppressive Biologic Use
- Chronic biologic therapy
- Taking biologic immunosuppressants
- Biologic immune suppressants
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79620: Long term (current) use of immunosuppressive biologic
Which procedures does Dr. Heher perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Eliot Heher may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Heher's office.
Does Dr. Heher accept my insurance?
Dr. Heher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 334-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Heher accept in Worcester, MA?
Dr. Heher in Worcester, MA 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 Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Martin's Point
Medicare
Molina
Other TPA
Point32Health
State of Maine
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Heher's office located?
What is Dr. Heher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Heher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285604835.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Heher
What is Dr. Eliot Heher's specialty?
Dr. Heher is a Nephrologist near Worcester, MA. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Heher to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Eliot Heher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Heher is affiliated with Tufts 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 Eliot Heher accepting new patients in Worcester, MA?
Yes, Dr. Eliot Heher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eliot Heher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Heher's office at (508) 334-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eliot Heher?
Please contact Dr. Heher's office at (508) 334-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Eliot Heher have?
Dr. Eliot Heher is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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