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Dr. Susan Heifetz, MD

Dr. Susan Heifetz, MD

Internist

Vista, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Heifetz, Internist in Vista, CA?

    Dr. Susan Heifetz, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Vista, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Heifetz graduated from University of North Carolina and completed her residency at Univ Of Nc Hosps, Internal Medicine. Dr. Heifetz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heifetz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heifetz’s office at (760) 726-2180.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Nc Hosps, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of North Carolina | Wake Forest University School of Medicine | Duke University, Durham, NC | University of North Carolina | Primary Care Physician

    Is Dr. Heifetz board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Susan Heifetz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Heifetz speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Heifetz typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Heifetz 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. Heifetz. 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 here.

    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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Special Medical Examination
    • Specific health check
    • Detailed medical assessment
    • Special health screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations

    Also known as:

    • Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
    • Vital Signs
    • Normal BP reading
    • Blood pressure screening, all clear
    • Healthy blood pressure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Heifetz typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Susan Heifetz may include:

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

    Does Dr. Heifetz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Heifetz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 726-2180 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Heifetz accept in Vista, CA?

    Dr. Heifetz in Vista, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • HealthRight Group

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Heifetz's office located?

    200 North County Internal Medicine

    2067 W Vista Way Ste 200

    Vista, CA 92083

    (760) 726-2180

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

    Dr. Heifetz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831289297.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heifetz?

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

    What is Dr. Susan Heifetz's specialty?

    Dr. Heifetz is a Internist near Vista, CA.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Is this Dr. Susan Heifetz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Heifetz is affiliated with Tri-City Medical Center, Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Alhambra Hospital Medical Center, Scripps Green 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Susan Heifetz accepting new patients in Vista, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Susan Heifetz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Susan Heifetz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Heifetz's office at (760) 726-2180 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Susan Heifetz?

    Please contact Dr. Heifetz's office at (760) 726-2180 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Susan Heifetz have?

    Dr. Susan Heifetz is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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