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Dr. Heather Kelker, MD
Indianapolis, IN
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kelker, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Heather Kelker, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Kelker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kelker’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kelker’s office at (317) 962-3886.
What languages does Dr. Kelker speak?
Dr. Kelker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kelker treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kelker 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. Kelker. 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear
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:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
Which procedures does Dr. Kelker perform as a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Heather Kelker may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kelker's office.
Does Dr. Kelker accept my insurance?
Dr. Kelker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 962-3886 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kelker accept in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Kelker in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareSource
Centene
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Indiana University Health
MDwise
Medicaid
State of Virginia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kelker's office located?
Dr. Heather Kelker's Primary Practice
705 Riley Hospital Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 962-3886
What is Dr. Kelker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kelker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376839852.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kelker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kelker
What is Dr. Heather Kelker's specialty?
Dr. Kelker is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near Indianapolis, IN. A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes. Contact Dr. Kelker to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Heather Kelker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kelker is affiliated with Iu Health Methodist Hospital, Iu Health North Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Heather Kelker accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?
Yes, Dr. Heather Kelker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heather Kelker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kelker's office at (317) 962-3886 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heather Kelker?
Please contact Dr. Kelker's office at (317) 962-3886 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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