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Dr. Heather Banks, MD

Dr. Heather Banks, MD

Aurora, CO

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Banks, Family Medicine Specialist in Aurora, CO?

    Dr. Heather Banks, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Banks completed her residency at Exempla St Joseph Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Banks is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Banks’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Banks’s office at (303) 544-3900.

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

    • Residency: Exempla St Joseph Hosp, Family Medicine | Exempla St Joseph Hospital

    • Medical School: Med Coll of Wi, Milwaukee Wi | Medical College of Wisconsin

    Is Dr. Banks board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Heather Banks, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Banks speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Banks treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Banks 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. Banks. 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:

    • 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Developmental Coordination Disorder
    • Developmental Disabilities
    • Dyspraxia
    • Motor Skill Disorder
    • Clumsiness Syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F82: Specific developmental disorder of motor function

    Also known as:

    • Other General Symptoms
    • Non-specific health complaints
    • Various symptoms
    • Unexplained health issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6889: Other general symptoms and signs

    Also known as:

    • Unusual Sensations or Perceptions
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Distorted senses
    • Perceptual disturbances
    • Sensory anomalies

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R448: Other symptoms and signs involving general sensations and perceptions

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Global Language Disorder
    • Understanding and Speaking Disorder
    • Combined Language Impairment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Which procedures does Dr. Banks perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Heather Banks may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Banks' office.

    Does Dr. Banks accept my insurance?

    Dr. Banks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 544-3900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Banks in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of Colorado

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Banks' office located?

    Dr. Heather Banks' Primary Practice

    12605 E 16th Ave

    Aurora, CO 80045

    (303) 544-3900

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    Dr. Heather Banks' Practice 2

    350 Broadway St Ste 130

    Boulder, CO 80305

    (720) 848-9200

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    Dr. Heather Banks' Practice 3

    5495 Arapahoe Ave

    Boulder, CO 80303

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

    Dr. Banks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093804460.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Banks?

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

    What is Dr. Heather Banks's specialty?

    Dr. Banks is a Family Medicine Specialist near Aurora, CO. 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. Contact Dr. Banks to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Heather Banks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Banks is affiliated with Uchealth University Of Colorado Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Heather Banks accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Heather Banks is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Heather Banks offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Banks's office at (303) 544-3900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Heather Banks?

    Please contact Dr. Banks's office at (303) 544-3900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Heather Banks have?

    Dr. Heather Banks is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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