Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akins, Family Medicine Specialist in Plano, TX?
Dr. Heather Akins, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Plano, TX with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Akins graduated from Texas College Of Osteopathic Medici and completed her residency at Baylor Medical Center-Garland. Dr. Akins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akins’s office at (972) 599-2567.
Where did Dr. Akins go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor Medical Center-Garland
Medical School: University Of N Tx Hlth Sci Ctr- Tx Coll Osteo Med- Ft Worth Tx | Texas College Of Osteopathic Medici | Texas College Of Osteopathic Medici
Is Dr. Akins board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Heather Akins, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Akins speak?
Dr. Akins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Akins typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Akins 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. Akins. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Akins typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Heather Akins may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Akins' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Akins accept my insurance?
Dr. Akins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (972) 599-2567 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akins accept in Plano, TX?
Dr. Akins in Plano, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Health Care Service Corporation
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Akins' office located?
Dr. Heather Akins' Primary Practice
4001 W 15th St Ste 445
Plano, TX 75093
(972) 599-2567
What is Dr. Akins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134211212.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akins
What is Dr. Heather Akins's specialty?
Dr. Akins is a Family Medicine Specialist near Plano, TX.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Heather Akins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akins is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, Medical City Plano Hospital 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Heather Akins accepting new patients in Plano, TX?
Yes, Dr. Heather Akins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heather Akins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akins's office at (972) 599-2567 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heather Akins?
Please contact Dr. Akins's office at (972) 599-2567 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Heather Akins have?
Dr. Heather Akins is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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