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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Heger, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Fresno, CA?
Dr. Julie Heger, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fresno, CA. Dr. Heger is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heger’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heger’s office at (559) 499-6440.
What languages does Dr. Heger speak?
Dr. Heger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Heger typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Heger 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. Heger. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Alcohol Use Disorder with Intoxication
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcohol use disorder
- Alcohol abuse with acute intoxication
- Problem drinking with intoxication
- Alcohol poisoning
ICD-10 Codes:
- F10120: Alcohol abuse with intoxication, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Heger typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Julie Heger may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Heger's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Heger accept my insurance?
Dr. Heger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 499-6440 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Heger accept in Fresno, CA?
Dr. Heger in Fresno, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of California
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Heger's office located?
What is Dr. Heger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Heger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750916987.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heger?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Heger
What is Dr. Julie Heger's specialty?
Dr. Heger is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Fresno, CA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Julie Heger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Heger is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Ucsf Health Saint Francis Hospital, Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Julie Heger accepting new patients in Fresno, CA?
Yes, Dr. Julie Heger is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Julie Heger offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Heger's office at (559) 499-6440 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Julie Heger?
Please contact Dr. Heger's office at (559) 499-6440 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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