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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hecker, Internist in Glenview, IL?
Dr. Roger Hecker, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Glenview, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Hecker completed his residency at Earl K Long Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Hecker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hecker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hecker’s office at (847) 566-5200.
Where did Dr. Hecker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Earl K Long Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La
Is Dr. Hecker board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Roger Hecker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hecker speak?
Dr. Hecker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Hecker typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Hecker 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. Hecker. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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
Also known as:
- High Blood Sugar
- Hyperglycemia
- Elevated Glucose
- Unspecified High Blood Sugar
ICD-10 Codes:
- R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Hecker typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Hecker 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. Hecker. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
Does Dr. Hecker accept my insurance?
Dr. Hecker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 566-5200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hecker accept in Glenview, IL?
Dr. Hecker in Glenview, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hecker's office located?
What is Dr. Hecker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hecker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083630925.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hecker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hecker
What is Dr. Roger Hecker's specialty?
Dr. Hecker is a Internist near Glenview, IL.
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. Roger Hecker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hecker is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital, Advocate Lutheran General 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
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Is Roger Hecker accepting new patients in Glenview, IL?
Yes, Dr. Roger Hecker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Roger Hecker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hecker's office at (847) 566-5200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Roger Hecker?
Please contact Dr. Hecker's office at (847) 566-5200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Roger Hecker have?
Dr. Roger Hecker is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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