Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hecker, Infectious Disease Specialist in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Michelle Hecker, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH. She is board certified. Dr. Hecker graduated from University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Infectious Diseases; Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Internal Medicine. Dr. Hecker is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hecker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hecker’s office at (216) 778-3870.
Where did Dr. Hecker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University Hospitals of Cleveland (Ohio)
Residency: Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Infectious Diseases; Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Internal Medicine | University of Pennsylvania Health System Program
Medical School: University of Chicago, Pritzker Sch of Med, Chicago Il | University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine
Is Dr. Hecker board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Michelle Hecker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hecker speak?
Dr. Hecker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Hecker typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Hecker 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. Hecker. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Hecker typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Michelle Hecker may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Hecker's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hecker accept my insurance?
Dr. Hecker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 778-3870 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hecker accept in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Hecker in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Not Specified
Summa Health
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Where is Dr. Hecker's office located?
Dr. Michelle Hecker's Primary Practice
2500 Metrohealth Dr
Cleveland, OH 44109
(216) 778-3870
What is Dr. Hecker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hecker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609809524.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hecker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hecker
What is Dr. Michelle Hecker's specialty?
Dr. Hecker is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Cleveland, OH.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Michelle Hecker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hecker is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus 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 an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Michelle Hecker accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?
Yes, Dr. Michelle Hecker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michelle Hecker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hecker's office at (216) 778-3870 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michelle Hecker?
Please contact Dr. Hecker's office at (216) 778-3870 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michelle Hecker have?
Dr. Michelle Hecker is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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