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Dr. Kennon Heard, MD

Dr. Kennon Heard, MD

Medical Toxicologist, Emergency Medicine Specialist

Aurora, CO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Heard, Medical Toxicologist in Aurora, CO?

    Dr. Kennon Heard, MD is a Medical Toxicologist, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Heard completed his residency at Denver Hlth Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Heard is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heard’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heard’s office at (720) 848-0000.

    Where did Dr. Heard go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Denver Hlth Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Denver Health Med Center

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca

    Is Dr. Heard board certified as a Medical Toxicologist?

    Yes, Dr. Kennon Heard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Heard speak?

    Dr. Heard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Medical Toxicologist like Dr. Heard typically treat?

    As a Medical Toxicologist, Dr. Heard 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. Heard. 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
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    What procedures does a Medical Toxicologist like Dr. Heard typically perform?

    As a Medical Toxicologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kennon Heard may include:

    Please contact Dr. Heard's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Heard accept my insurance?

    Dr. Heard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (720) 848-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Heard accept in Aurora, CO?

    Dr. Heard in Aurora, CO 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 Michigan

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Other Provider Networks

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    Where is Dr. Heard's office located?

    Uchealth Anschutz Medical Campus

    12605 E 16th Ave

    Aurora, CO 80045

    (720) 848-0000

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    Dr. Kennon Heard's Practice 2

    777 Bannock St

    Denver, CO 80204

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    What is Dr. Heard's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Heard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922191378.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heard?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Heard

    What is Dr. Kennon Heard's specialty?

    Dr. Heard is a Medical Toxicologist near Aurora, CO.

    What does a Medical Toxicologist do?

    Medical toxicologists are physicians with expertise in the prevention, assessment, treatment, and monitoring of injuries and illnesses caused from exposure to drugs, chemicals, and biological or radiological agents. They are responsible to care in clinical, academic, governmental, and public health environments and often serve as leaders in poison control centers. Key focus areas of medical toxicology include acute drug poisoning, adverse drug reactions, drug abuse, addiction and withdrawal, exposure to chemicals and hazardous materials, preparedness for terrorist threats, venomous bites and stings, and environmental or workplace exposures.

    Is Dr. Kennon Heard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Heard is affiliated with Uchealth University Of Colorado Hospital, Uchealth Highlands Ranch Hospital, Hca Healthone Rose, Hca Healthone Sky Ridge, Intermountain Health - Good Samaritan Hospital, Hca Healthone Mountain Ridge 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 Medical Toxicologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Medical Toxicologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Kennon Heard accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Kennon Heard is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kennon Heard offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Heard's office at (720) 848-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kennon Heard?

    Please contact Dr. Heard's office at (720) 848-0000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Heard's office located?

    Dr. Heard's offices are located in Aurora, CO and Denver, CO.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kennon Heard have?

    Dr. Kennon Heard is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.