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Who is Dr. Heldzinger, Family Medicine Specialist in Dalton, GA?
Dr. Derek Heldzinger, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Dalton, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Heldzinger is fluent in English, Afrikaans, Mongolian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heldzinger’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heldzinger’s office.
What languages does Dr. Heldzinger speak?
Dr. Heldzinger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Afrikaans
English
Mongolian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Heldzinger treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Heldzinger 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. Heldzinger. 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:
- Sore Throat
- Strep Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
- Nasal Congestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
- J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
- Influenza with complications
- Flu side effects
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
- J1089: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other manifestations
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
- Sinusitis
- Acute maxillary sinusitis
- Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
Also known as:
- Tonsillitis
- Inflamed Tonsils
- Tonsil Infection
- Sore Tonsils
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0390: Acute tonsillitis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Heldzinger perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Derek Heldzinger may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Heldzinger's office.
Does Dr. Heldzinger accept my insurance?
Dr. Heldzinger 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. Heldzinger accept in Dalton, GA?
Dr. Heldzinger in Dalton, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
CareSource
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
MedImpact
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Heldzinger's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Derek Heldzinger?
Dr. Heldzinger has appointments available at his Dalton, GA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Heldzinger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Heldzinger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336442037.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heldzinger?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Heldzinger
What is Dr. Derek Heldzinger's specialty?
Dr. Heldzinger is a Family Medicine Specialist near Dalton, GA. 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. Contact Dr. Heldzinger to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Derek Heldzinger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Heldzinger is affiliated with Erlanger Baroness Hospital, Hamilton Medical Center, Parkridge East Hospital, Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Derek Heldzinger accepting new patients in Dalton, GA?
Yes, Dr. Derek Heldzinger is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Derek Heldzinger offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Heldzinger, or contact the office for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Derek Heldzinger?
Please contact Dr. Heldzinger's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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