HD
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Derington, Family Medicine Specialist in Waco, TX?
Dr. Heather Derington, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Waco, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Derington is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Derington’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Derington’s office at (254) 761-4441.
What languages does Dr. Derington speak?
Dr. Derington and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Derington typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Derington 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. Derington. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
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:
- 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:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's
- Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
- Stable Parkinson's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
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
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Derington typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Heather Derington may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Derington's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Derington accept my insurance?
Dr. Derington accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (254) 761-4441 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Derington accept in Waco, TX?
Dr. Derington in Waco, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Derington's office located?
What is Dr. Derington's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Derington's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427341783.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Derington?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Derington
What is Dr. Heather Derington's specialty?
Dr. Derington is a Family Medicine Specialist near Waco, TX.
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. Heather Derington affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Derington is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Hillcrest, Texas Health Southwest Fort Worth 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 Heather Derington accepting new patients in Waco, TX?
Yes, Dr. Heather Derington is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heather Derington offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Derington's office at (254) 761-4441 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heather Derington?
Please contact Dr. Derington's office at (254) 761-4441 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Family Medicine Specialist Near Waco, TX
RJ
Family Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Randall Jensen, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Waco, TX with 1 additional practice location.
Waco, TX
Family Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Van Wehmeyer, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Waco, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified.
Waco, TX
Family Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Gregg Goebel, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Waco, TX. He is board certified.
Waco, TX