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Who is Dr. Kistka, Neurosurgeon in Elkhart, IN?
Dr. Heather Kistka, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Elkhart, IN with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Kistka is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kistka’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kistka’s office at (574) 294-8404.
What languages does Dr. Kistka speak?
Dr. Kistka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kistka treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Kistka 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. Kistka. 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:
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Does Dr. Kistka accept my insurance?
Dr. Kistka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (574) 294-8404 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kistka accept in Elkhart, IN?
Dr. Kistka in Elkhart, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Tennessee
Sterling Jewelers
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Where is Dr. Kistka's office located?
Dr. Heather Kistka's Primary Practice
500 Arcade Ave Ste 200
Elkhart, IN 46514
(574) 294-8404
What is Dr. Kistka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kistka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144464850.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kistka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kistka
What is Dr. Heather Kistka's specialty?
Dr. Kistka is a Neurosurgeon near Elkhart, IN. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Kistka to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Heather Kistka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kistka is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Winchester Medical Center, Warren Memorial Hospital, Hampshire Memorial Hospital, Page Memorial Hospital, Shenandoah Memorial Hospital, Grant Memorial Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
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Is Heather Kistka accepting new patients in Elkhart, IN?
Yes, Dr. Heather Kistka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heather Kistka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kistka's office at (574) 294-8404 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heather Kistka?
Please contact Dr. Kistka's office at (574) 294-8404 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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