23 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wuerger, Family Medicine Specialist in Watertown, MN?
Dr. Heidi Wuerger, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Watertown, MN with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Wuerger graduated from New Jersey College of Dentistry and completed her residency at Univ Of Mn Med Sch, Family Medicine. Dr. Wuerger is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wuerger’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wuerger’s office.
Where did Dr. Wuerger go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Mn Med Sch, Family Medicine | University Minn/St Johns | University of Minnesota Program
Medical School: University of Wi Med Sch, Madison Wi | New Jersey College of Dentistry
Is Dr. Wuerger board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Heidi Wuerger, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Wuerger speak?
Dr. Wuerger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wuerger typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wuerger 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. Wuerger. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- 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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wuerger typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wuerger 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. Wuerger. 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:
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Skin Conditions
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
Does Dr. Wuerger accept my insurance?
Dr. Wuerger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wuerger accept in Watertown, MN?
Dr. Wuerger in Watertown, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthPartners
Humana
Medica Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Wuerger's office located?
What is Dr. Wuerger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wuerger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649359209.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wuerger?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wuerger
What is Dr. Heidi Wuerger's specialty?
Dr. Wuerger is a Family Medicine Specialist near Watertown, MN.
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 this Dr. Heidi Wuerger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wuerger is affiliated with Ridgeview Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Heidi Wuerger accepting new patients in Watertown, MN?
Yes, Dr. Heidi Wuerger is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heidi Wuerger offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wuerger's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heidi Wuerger?
Please contact Dr. Wuerger's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Heidi Wuerger have?
Dr. Heidi Wuerger is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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