Dr. Laura Heitsch, MD

Saint Louis, MO

14 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Heitsch, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Saint Louis, MO?

Dr. Laura Heitsch, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified. Dr. Heitsch is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heitsch’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heitsch’s office at (314) 758-6787.

Is Dr. Heitsch board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

Yes, Dr. Laura Heitsch, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

What languages does Dr. Heitsch speak?

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

English
French

What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Heitsch typically treat?

As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Heitsch 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. Heitsch. 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:

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

What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Heitsch typically perform?

As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Laura Heitsch may include:

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

Does Dr. Heitsch accept my insurance?

Dr. Heitsch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 758-6787 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Heitsch accept in Saint Louis, MO?

Dr. Heitsch in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Medicare

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Where is Dr. Heitsch's office located?

Dept Emergency Medicine

400 S Kingshighway Blvd

Saint Louis, MO 63110

(314) 758-6787

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Dr. Laura Heitsch's Practice 2

3015 N Ballas Rd

Saint Louis, MO 63131

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What hospitals are Dr. Heitsch affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Heitsch has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital,St. Louis, MO

Ranked Orthopaedic Surgery

Ranked in 2 Procedures

Barnes - Jewish Hospital,Saint Louis, MO

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

Dr. Heitsch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609087915.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heitsch?

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

What is Dr. Laura Heitsch's specialty?

Dr. Heitsch is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Saint Louis, MO.

What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

Is Dr. Laura Heitsch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Heitsch is affiliated with Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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