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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Heath, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Pottsville, PA?
Dr. Ricky Heath, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pottsville, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Heath is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heath’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heath’s office at (239) 430-6391.
What languages does Dr. Heath speak?
Dr. Heath and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Heath treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Heath 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. Heath. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Heath perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ricky Heath may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Heath's office.
Does Dr. Heath accept my insurance?
Dr. Heath accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (239) 430-6391 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Heath accept in Pottsville, PA?
Dr. Heath in Pottsville, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Department of Defense / Tricare
Geisinger Health Plan
Highmark Inc.
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Heath's office located?
Dr. Ricky Heath's Primary Practice
529 Terry Reiley Way
Pottsville, PA 17901
(239) 430-6391
What is Dr. Heath's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Heath's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285977413.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heath?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Heath
What is Dr. Ricky Heath's specialty?
Dr. Heath is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Pottsville, PA. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Heath to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ricky Heath affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Heath is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network - Schuylkill S. Jackson Street, Geisinger Medical Center, Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Geisinger-Bloomsburg Hospital, Geisinger Shamokin Area Community 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
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Is Ricky Heath accepting new patients in Pottsville, PA?
Yes, Dr. Ricky Heath is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ricky Heath offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Heath's office at (239) 430-6391 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ricky Heath?
Please contact Dr. Heath's office at (239) 430-6391 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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