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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 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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Banks typically 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. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Banks typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of Colorado

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Banks' office located?

    Uchealth Anschutz Medical Campus

    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

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    Dr. Heather Banks' Practice 3

    5495 Arapahoe Ave

    Boulder, CO 80303

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    What hospitals are Dr. Banks affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Banks has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Uchealth Family Medicine - Boulder,Boulder, CO
    Uchealth Longs Peak Hospital,Longmont, CO
    Foothills Hospital,Boulder, CO
    Adventhealth Avista,Louisville, CO

    What is Dr. Banks's NPI number?A 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?

    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 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 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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. 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' office at (303) 544-3900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Heather Banks?

    Please contact Dr. Banks' office at (303) 544-3900 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Banks' office located?

    Dr. Banks' offices are located in Aurora, CO and Boulder, CO.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Heather Banks have?

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