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Dr. Chase Heaton

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Heaton, Otolaryngologist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Chase Heaton is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Heaton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heaton’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heaton’s office at (415) 567-2900.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Heaton?

    Dr. Chase Heaton is a highly-rated, board-certified Otolaryngologist 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. Heaton empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Head & Neck Cancer & Surgery, Head & Neck Reconstruction, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Francisco/CA community, Dr. Heaton is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Heaton speak?

    Dr. Heaton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Heaton treat?

    As a Otolaryngologist, Dr. Heaton 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. Heaton. 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:

    • Oral Cancer
    • Tongue Cancer
    • Mouth Cancer
    • Malignant Neoplasm of Tongue
    • Oral Cavity Cancer
    • Mouth Malignancy
    • Oral Carcinoma
    • Tongue Carcinoma
    • Floor of Mouth Cancer
    • Malignant Neoplasm of Floor of Mouth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C029: Malignant neoplasm of tongue, unspecified
    • C069: Malignant neoplasm of mouth, unspecified
    • C01: Malignant neoplasm of base of tongue
    • C049: Malignant neoplasm of floor of mouth, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Throat Cancer
    • Oral Cancer
    • Laryngeal Cancer
    • Voice Box Cancer
    • Malignant Laryngeal Tumor
    • Oropharyngeal Cancer
    • Malignant Neoplasm of Oropharynx
    • Pharyngeal Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C329: Malignant neoplasm of larynx, unspecified
    • C109: Malignant neoplasm of oropharynx, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing
    • Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
    • Trouble Starting to Swallow
    • Throat Swallowing Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
    • R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase

    Also known as:

    • Skin Cancer
    • Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Nose
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Malignant Skin Tumor
    • Skin Malignancy
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Nose
    • Nasal SCC
    • Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Nose
    • Nose Skin Malignancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C4490: Unspecified malignant neoplasm of skin, unspecified
    • C44321: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of nose

    Also known as:

    • Thyroid Cancer
    • Thyroid Carcinoma
    • Malignant Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Gland Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland

    Also known as:

    • Other Salivary Gland Problems
    • Salivary Gland Disorder
    • Saliva & Salivary Gland Disorder
    • Salivary Gland Issues
    • Saliva Gland Ailments
    • Unspecified Salivary Gland Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K118: Other diseases of salivary glands

    Also known as:

    • Neck Lump or Swelling
    • Neck Mass
    • Bump on Neck
    • Neck Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R221: Localized swelling, mass and lump, neck

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Follow-up Exam
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer treatment checkup
    • Malignancy surveillance
    • Oncology follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Head and Neck Cancer
    • Head Cancer
    • Neck Cancer
    • Facial Cancer
    • Malignant Head and Neck Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C760: Malignant neoplasm of head, face and neck

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer surgery care
    • Oncology aftercare
    • Cancer recovery follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    Also known as:

    • Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Nerve Deafness
    • Inner Ear Hearing Loss
    • SNHL
    • Permanent Hearing Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Personal History of Lip, Mouth, or Throat Cancer
    • Oral Cancer
    • Throat Cancer
    • Past oral cancer
    • Previous pharyngeal malignancy
    • History of mouth tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z85818: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of other sites of lip, oral cavity, and pharynx

    Also known as:

    • Jaw Bone Cancer
    • Bone Cancer
    • Primary Bone Cancer
    • Mandibular Cancer
    • Lower Jaw Cancer
    • Malignant Mandible Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C411: Malignant neoplasm of mandible

    Does Dr. Heaton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Heaton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 567-2900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Heaton accept in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Heaton in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Central California Alliance for Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Heaton's office located?

    Dr. Chase Heaton's Primary Practice

    505 Parnassus Ave # M1490

    San Francisco, CA 94143

    (415) 567-2900

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    Dr. Chase Heaton's Practice 2

    1001 Potrero Ave

    San Francisco, CA 94110

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    Dr. Chase Heaton's Practice 3

    2380 Sutter St

    San Francisco, CA 94115

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    What is Dr. Heaton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Heaton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063748911.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heaton?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Heaton

    What is Dr. Chase Heaton's specialty?

    Dr. Heaton is a Otolaryngologist near San Francisco, CA. An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders. Contact Dr. Heaton to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Chase Heaton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Heaton is affiliated with UCSF Medical Center at Parnassus 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

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    Is Chase Heaton accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Chase Heaton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Chase Heaton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Heaton's office at (415) 567-2900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Chase Heaton?

    Please contact Dr. Heaton's office at (415) 567-2900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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