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Dr. Ellie Checo Heinsen, MD

Fort Myers, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Checo Heinsen, Internist in Fort Myers, FL?

    Dr. Ellie Checo Heinsen, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fort Myers, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Checo Heinsen graduated from Pontificia Universidad CatÛlica Madre y Maestra (PUCMM) Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud and completed his residency at OMNEE/Carilion Clinic Program. Dr. Checo Heinsen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Checo Heinsen’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Checo Heinsen’s office at (239) 343-2052.

    Where did Dr. Checo Heinsen go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: OMNEE/Carilion Clinic Program

    • Medical School: Pontificia Universidad CatÛlica Madre y Maestra (PUCMM) Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud

    What languages does Dr. Checo Heinsen speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Checo Heinsen typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Checo Heinsen 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. Checo Heinsen. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    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

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Checo Heinsen typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ellie Checo Heinsen may include:

    Please contact Dr. Checo Heinsen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Checo Heinsen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Checo Heinsen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (239) 343-2052 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Checo Heinsen accept in Fort Myers, FL?

    Dr. Checo Heinsen in Fort Myers, FL 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 Tennessee

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Checo Heinsen's office located?

    Dr. Ellie Checo Heinsen's Primary Practice

    9981 S Healthpark Dr

    Fort Myers, FL 33908

    (239) 343-2052

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    Dr. Ellie Checo Heinsen's Practice 2

    2675 Winkler Ave Ste 200

    Fort Myers, FL 33901

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    Dr. Ellie Checo Heinsen's Practice 3

    3434 Hancock Bridge Pkwy Ste 301

    North Fort Myers, FL 33903

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

    Dr. Checo Heinsen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467764381.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Checo Heinsen?

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

    What is Dr. Ellie Checo Heinsen's specialty?

    Dr. Checo Heinsen is a Internist near Fort Myers, FL.

    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. Ellie Checo Heinsen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Checo Heinsen is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis, Hca Florida Memorial Hospital, Hca Henrico Doctors' Hospital, Doctors Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Sovah Health - Danville 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Ellie Checo Heinsen accepting new patients in Fort Myers, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Ellie Checo Heinsen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ellie Checo Heinsen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Checo Heinsen's office at (239) 343-2052 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ellie Checo Heinsen?

    Please contact Dr. Checo Heinsen's office at (239) 343-2052 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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