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Dr. John Heath, MD

Richmond, VA

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Heath, Anesthesiologist in Richmond, VA?

    Dr. John Heath, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Richmond, VA. He has been practicing for over 36 years. Dr. Heath is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heath’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heath’s office at (804) 828-2207.

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

      What languages does Dr. Heath speak?

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

      • English

      What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Heath typically treat?

      As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Heath 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. Heath. 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:

      • Colon Cancer Screening
      • Health Screening
      • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
      • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
      • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
      • Colorectal Cancer Screening
      • Colonoscopy Screening
      • Bowel Cancer Screening

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

      Also known as:

      • Colon Polyps
      • Colonic Polyps
      • Colorectal polyps
      • Bowel polyps
      • Intestinal polyps

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • K635: Polyp of colon

      Also known as:

      • Acute pain after medical procedure
      • Pain
      • Acute post-operative pain
      • Pain after surgery
      • Post-procedural pain

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

      Also known as:

      • Cataract
      • Cloudy lens
      • Lens clouding
      • Eye cloudiness

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
      • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye

      Also known as:

      • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
      • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
      • Osteoarthritis
      • Degenerative joint disease
      • Wear-and-tear arthritis
      • Arthrosis
      • Joint degeneration
      • Right Hip Arthritis
      • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
      • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip

      Also known as:

      • Severe Obesity
      • Obesity
      • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
      • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
      • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
      • Morbid Obesity
      • Extreme Obesity
      • Class 3 Obesity

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

      Also known as:

      • Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
      • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
      • Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
      • BPH with LUTS
      • Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
      • Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms

      Also known as:

      • Uncomplicated Childbirth
      • Childbirth
      • Normal Delivery
      • Natural Birth
      • Vaginal Delivery

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

      Also known as:

      • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
      • Back Pain
      • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
      • Lumbar Radiculopathy
      • Lower Back Nerve Compression
      • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

      Also known as:

      • Umbilical Hernia
      • Hernia
      • Belly Button Hernia
      • Navel Hernia
      • Umbilical Rupture

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene

      What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Heath typically perform?

      As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Heath performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Heath. 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:

      • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
      • Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
      • Femoral nerve injection
      • Thigh nerve block
      • Pain relief injection for thigh
      • Nerve block with imaging guidance
      • TAP block
      • Transversus abdominis plane block
      • Rectus sheath block
      • Abdominal pain injection

      CPT Codes:

      • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
      • 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)

      Also known as:

      • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
      • Shoulder Nerve Injection
      • Arm Pain Injection
      • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

      CPT Codes:

      • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

      Does Dr. Heath accept my insurance?

      Dr. Heath accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (804) 828-2207 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Heath accept in Richmond, VA?

      Dr. Heath in Richmond, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

      Top Insurances

      • Alignment Healthcare

      • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

      • Medicare

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      Where is Dr. Heath's office located?

      Dr. John Heath's Primary Practice

      1250 E Marshall St

      Richmond, VA 23298

      (804) 828-2207

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      What hospitals are Dr. Heath affiliated with?

      Dr. Heath has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

      Unc Hospitals - Chapel Hill,Chapel Hill, NC

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

      Dr. Heath's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184642233.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heath?

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

      What is Dr. John Heath's specialty?

      What does an Anesthesiologist do?

      A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

      Is Dr. John Heath affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      No, Dr. Heath is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Unc Hospitals - Chapel Hill. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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      Is Dr. John Heath accepting new patients in Richmond, VA?

      Yes, Dr. John Heath is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. John Heath offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Heath's office at (804) 828-2207 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Heath?

      Please contact Dr. Heath's office at (804) 828-2207 to schedule an appointment.

      Where is Dr. Heath's office located?

      Dr. Heath's office is located in Richmond, VA.