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Dr. Heather Mcknight, MD

Pediatrician

Albuquerque, NM

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mcknight, Pediatrician in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Heather Mcknight, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM. Dr. Mcknight is currently affiliated with Unm Hospital Pediatrics. Dr. Mcknight is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mcknight’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mcknight’s office at (505) 272-6225.

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

    • Medical School: University of New Mexico

    What languages does Dr. Mcknight speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Mcknight typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Mcknight 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. Mcknight. 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:

    • 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:

    • RSV Bronchiolitis
    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
    • RSV lung infection
    • Viral bronchiolitis
    • Acute bronchiolitis
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Bronchiole infection
    • Acute lung inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
    • J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Severe Asthma Attack
    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Status Asthmaticus
    • Life-Threatening Asthma
    • Asthma Emergency
    • Severe Persistent Asthma Exacerbation
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4542: Moderate persistent asthma with status asthmaticus
    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Intestinal Infection
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
    • Viral stomach flu
    • Viral enteritis
    • Viral gut infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Mcknight typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Heather Mcknight may include:

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

    Does Dr. Mcknight accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mcknight accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 272-6225 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mcknight accept in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Mcknight in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other TPA

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    Where is Dr. Mcknight's office located?

    Unm Hospital Pediatrics

    2211 Lomas Blvd NE

    Albuquerque, NM 87106

    (505) 272-6225

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

    Dr. Mcknight's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093854085.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mcknight?

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

    What is Dr. Heather Mcknight's specialty?

    Dr. Mcknight is a Pediatrician near Albuquerque, NM.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Heather Mcknight affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mcknight is affiliated with Uc Davis Medical Center, Mercy San Juan Medical Center 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 a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. Heather Mcknight accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?

    Yes, Dr. Heather Mcknight is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Heather Mcknight offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mcknight's office at (505) 272-6225 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Heather Mcknight?

    Please contact Dr. Mcknight's office at (505) 272-6225 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mcknight's office located?

    Dr. Mcknight's office is located in Albuquerque, NM.