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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Heitkamp, Hospitalist in Fargo, ND?
Dr. Erik Heitkamp, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Fargo, ND with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Heitkamp is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heitkamp’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heitkamp’s office at (701) 417-2575.
What languages does Dr. Heitkamp speak?
Dr. Heitkamp and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Heitkamp treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Heitkamp 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. Heitkamp. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Which procedures does Dr. Heitkamp perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Erik Heitkamp may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Heitkamp's office.
Does Dr. Heitkamp accept my insurance?
Dr. Heitkamp accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (701) 417-2575 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Heitkamp accept in Fargo, ND?
Dr. Heitkamp in Fargo, ND 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 North Dakota
Humana
Medica
Medicaid
Medicare
PrimeWest Health
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Heitkamp's office located?
What is Dr. Heitkamp's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Heitkamp's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477077980.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heitkamp?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Heitkamp
What is Dr. Erik Heitkamp's specialty?
Dr. Heitkamp is a Hospitalist near Fargo, ND. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Heitkamp to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Erik Heitkamp affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Heitkamp is affiliated with Sanford Medical Center Fargo 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Erik Heitkamp accepting new patients in Fargo, ND?
Yes, Dr. Erik Heitkamp is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Erik Heitkamp offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Heitkamp's office at (701) 417-2575 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Erik Heitkamp?
Please contact Dr. Heitkamp's office at (701) 417-2575 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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