37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Heffron, Transplant Surgeon in Denver, CO?
Dr. Thomas Heffron, MD is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in Denver, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Heffron graduated from University of Nebraska, Omaha, NB and completed his residency at Creighton Univ Affil Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Heffron is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heffron’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heffron’s office at (303) 777-7112.
Where did Dr. Heffron go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Creighton Univ Affil Hosp, General Surgery | Creighton University Program
Medical School: University of Ne Coll of Med, Omaha Ne | University of Nebraska, Omaha, NB | University of Nebraska College of Medicine
Is Dr. Heffron board certified in Transplant Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Heffron, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Heffron speak?
Dr. Heffron and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Heffron treat?
As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Heffron 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. Heffron. 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:
- Liver Transplant Aftercare
- Liver Transplantation
- Liver Transplant
- Post-liver transplant care
- Liver recipient follow-up
- Liver transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4823: Encounter for aftercare following liver transplant
Also known as:
- Immune Deficiency
- Immune System and Disorder
- Weak Immune System
- Immune System Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
Also known as:
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
- End-stage alcoholic liver disease
- Severe alcoholic liver scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
- K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplantation
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Other specified liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Uncommon liver conditions
- Rare liver diseases
- Specific liver disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7689: Other specified diseases of liver
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
Which procedures does Dr. Heffron perform as a Transplant Surgeon?
As a Transplant Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Thomas Heffron may include:
- Intestinal and Multivisceral Transplant
- Kidney Transplant Consultation
- Kidney Transplant Follow Up
- Lung Transplant Consultation
- Lung Transplant Follow Up
- Organ Transplant
- Pancreas Transplant Consultation
- Pancreas Transplant Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Heffron's office.
Does Dr. Heffron accept my insurance?
Dr. Heffron accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 777-7112 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Heffron accept in Denver, CO?
Dr. Heffron in Denver, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
State of Colorado
State of Wyoming
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Heffron's office located?
Dr. Thomas Heffron's Primary Practice
1601 E 19th Ave Ste 6300
Denver, CO 80218
(303) 777-7112
What is Dr. Heffron's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Heffron's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063522423.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heffron?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Heffron
What is Dr. Thomas Heffron's specialty?
Dr. Heffron is a Transplant Surgeon near Denver, CO. A transplant surgeon specializes in replacing damaged body organs with healthy ones from donors. They are responsible to oversee the entire process, including evaluating recipients, selecting donor organs, performing surgeries, and managing postoperative care to ensure successful recovery of a patient. Contact Dr. Heffron to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Thomas Heffron affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Heffron is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Thomas Heffron accepting new patients in Denver, CO?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Heffron is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Heffron offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Heffron's office at (303) 777-7112 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Heffron?
Please contact Dr. Heffron's office at (303) 777-7112 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Heffron have?
Dr. Thomas Heffron is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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