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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Heflin, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Thomas Heflin is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Heflin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heflin’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heflin’s office at (510) 437-4800.
What languages does Dr. Heflin speak?
Dr. Heflin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Heflin treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Heflin 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. Heflin. 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:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S098XXA: Other specified injuries of head, initial encounter
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Which procedures does Dr. Heflin perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Thomas Heflin 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. Heflin's office.
Does Dr. Heflin accept my insurance?
Dr. Heflin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 437-4800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Heflin accept in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Heflin in Oakland, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Central California Alliance for Health
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Group Health Cooperative
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Heflin's office located?
What is Dr. Heflin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Heflin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568720332.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heflin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Heflin
What is Dr. Thomas Heflin's specialty?
Dr. Heflin is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Oakland, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Heflin to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Thomas Heflin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Heflin is affiliated with Community Hospital Of Monterey Peninsula 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
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Is Thomas Heflin accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Heflin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Heflin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Heflin's office at (510) 437-4800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Heflin?
Please contact Dr. Heflin's office at (510) 437-4800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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