20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Burton, Internist in Lakewood, CO?
Dr. Heather Burton, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lakewood, CO with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Burton graduated from Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons and completed her residency at University of Colorado Program A. Dr. Burton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Burton’s office at (303) 338-4545.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Burton?
Dr. Heather Burton, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Burton empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Lakewood/CO community, Dr. Burton is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Burton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Colorado Program A
Medical School: Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons
Is Dr. Burton board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Heather Burton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Burton speak?
Dr. Burton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Burton treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Burton 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. Burton. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Pressure Sores
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89624: Pressure ulcer of left heel, stage 4
Also known as:
- Osteoporosis-related Left Femur Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Osteoporosis
- Fragility fracture of left femur
- Left femur break due to weak bones
- Pathological left femur fracture
- Left femur bone fracture from osteoporosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M80052D: Age-related osteoporosis with current pathological fracture, left femur, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
Which procedures does Dr. Burton perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Heather Burton may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Burton's office.
Does Dr. Burton accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Burton's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Burton's office located?
Dr. Heather Burton's Primary Practice
8383 W Alameda Ave
Lakewood, CO 80226
(303) 338-4545
What is Dr. Burton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Burton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255468286.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Burton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Burton
What is Dr. Heather Burton's specialty?
Dr. Burton is a Internist near Lakewood, CO.
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.
Contact Dr. Burton to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Heather Burton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Burton is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
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Is Heather Burton accepting new patients in Lakewood, CO?
Yes, Dr. Heather Burton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heather Burton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Burton's office at (303) 338-4545 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heather Burton?
Please contact Dr. Burton's office at (303) 338-4545 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Heather Burton have?
Dr. Heather Burton is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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