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Dr. Thomas Hetherington, DO

Family Medicine Specialist

Denver, CO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hetherington, Family Medicine Specialist in Denver, CO?

    Dr. Thomas Hetherington, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Denver, CO with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Hetherington graduated from Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University. Dr. Hetherington is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hetherington’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hetherington’s office at (303) 338-4545.

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

    • Medical School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University

    What languages does Dr. Hetherington speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hetherington typically treat?

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hetherington typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Hetherington may include:

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

    Does Dr. Hetherington accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hetherington accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 338-4545 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hetherington accept in Denver, CO?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • H & R Block

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

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    Where is Dr. Hetherington's office located?

    Kaiser Permanente East Medical Off

    10400 E Alameda Ave

    Denver, CO 80247

    (303) 338-4545

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    Dr. Thomas Hetherington's Practice 2

    10240 Park Meadows Dr

    Lone Tree, CO 80124

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

    Dr. Hetherington's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528195583.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hetherington?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas Hetherington's specialty?

    Dr. Hetherington is a Family Medicine Specialist near Denver, CO.

    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. Thomas Hetherington affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hetherington is affiliated with Hca Healthone Aurora, Hca Healthone Presbyterian St. Luke’s 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. Thomas Hetherington accepting new patients in Denver, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Hetherington is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thomas Hetherington offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hetherington's office at (303) 338-4545 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Thomas Hetherington?

    Please contact Dr. Hetherington's office at (303) 338-4545 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hetherington's office located?

    Dr. Hetherington's offices are located in Denver, CO and Lone Tree, CO.