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Dr. Jonathan Hecht, MD

Pediatric Neurologist, Pediatrician, Neurologist

Pleasant Hill, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hecht, Pediatric Neurologist in Pleasant Hill, CA?

    Dr. Jonathan Hecht, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Pleasant Hill, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Hecht graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Hecht is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hecht’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hecht’s office at (510) 587-9600.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca | University of California

    Is Dr. Hecht board certified as a Pediatric Neurologist?

    Yes, Dr. Jonathan Hecht, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Hecht speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Hecht typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Hecht 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. Hecht. 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:

    • Migraine Without Aura
    • Migraine with Aura
    • Migraine
    • Common migraine
    • Migraine without warning signs
    • Pulsating headache
    • Classic migraine
    • Ocular migraine
    • Migraine with visual symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
    • G43109: Migraine with aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism
    • Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Epilepsy
    • Epilepsy
    • Idiopathic generalized epilepsy
    • Primary generalized epilepsy
    • Generalized seizure disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40309: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, not intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Temporary Confusion
    • Delirium
    • Mental Disorder
    • Acute Confusion
    • Sudden Mental Changes
    • Brief Disorientation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R404: Transient alteration of awareness

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Hecht typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Jonathan Hecht may include:

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

    Does Dr. Hecht accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hecht accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 587-9600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hecht accept in Pleasant Hill, CA?

    Dr. Hecht in Pleasant Hill, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Contra Costa

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hecht's office located?

    Dr. Jonathan Hecht's Primary Practice

    400 Taylor Blvd Ste 306

    Pleasant Hill, CA 94523

    (510) 587-9600

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    Dr. Jonathan Hecht's Practice 2

    6121 Hollis St Ste 2

    Emeryville, CA 94608

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    What hospitals are Dr. Hecht affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Hecht has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Stanford Medicine Children’s Health,Palo Alto, CA

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

    Dr. Hecht's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164590501.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hecht?

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

    What is Dr. Jonathan Hecht's specialty?

    Dr. Hecht is a Pediatric Neurologist near Pleasant Hill, CA.

    What does a Pediatric Neurologist do?

    A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages.

    Is Dr. Jonathan Hecht affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hecht is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center 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

    When to see a Pediatric Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Neurologist. 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 Dr. Jonathan Hecht accepting new patients in Pleasant Hill, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Jonathan Hecht is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jonathan Hecht offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hecht's office at (510) 587-9600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jonathan Hecht?

    Please contact Dr. Hecht's office at (510) 587-9600 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hecht's office located?

    Dr. Hecht's offices are located in Pleasant Hill, CA and Emeryville, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jonathan Hecht have?

    Dr. Jonathan Hecht is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.