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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. 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 as a 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:

    • 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:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety 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:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)
    • Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
    • Myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME)
    • Long-term tiredness
    • Persistent fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5382: Chronic fatigue, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
    • Sinusitis
    • Acute maxillary sinusitis
    • Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
    • Maxillary sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
    • Depression
    • Moderate chronic depression
    • Moderate recurring depression
    • Moderate depressive episodes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    What procedures does Dr. Banks perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Banks performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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:

    • IUD Insertion
    • Birth Control
    • Intrauterine device placement
    • IUD placement
    • Birth control implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 58300: Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)

    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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Gila River Health Care Corporation

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of Colorado

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sunrise Senior Living

    • 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, Intermountain Health - Good Samaritan Hospital, St. Joseph Health Regional Hospital - Bryan, TX 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

    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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