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Dr. Michael Heffernan, MD

Los Angeles, CA

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    Who is Dr. Heffernan, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Michael Heffernan, MD is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Heffernan graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Heffernan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heffernan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heffernan’s office at (504) 896-9569.

    Where did Dr. Heffernan go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Heffernan speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Heffernan treat?

    As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Heffernan 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. Heffernan. 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:

    • Scoliosis
    • Neuromuscular Scoliosis
    • Secondary Scoliosis
    • Curved Spine
    • Spinal Curvature
    • Backbone Curve
    • Spinal Curve from Nerve/Muscle Issues
    • Neurological Scoliosis
    • Muscle-Related Spinal Curve
    • Acquired Scoliosis
    • Scoliosis from Another Condition
    • Non-Idiopathic Spinal Curve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M419: Scoliosis, unspecified
    • M4140: Neuromuscular scoliosis, site unspecified
    • M4150: Other secondary scoliosis, site unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Back Pain
    • Low Back Pain
    • Backache
    • Dorsalgia
    • Spinal Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Spine Deformity at Birth
    • Birth Defects
    • Congenital Spinal Malformation
    • Spinal Birth Defect
    • Baby Back Anomaly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q675: Congenital deformity of spine

    Also known as:

    • Broken left upper arm bone above the elbow, with bone out of place
    • Broken right upper arm bone above the elbow, with bone out of place
    • Elbow Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Displaced left supracondylar humerus fracture
    • Left elbow fracture
    • Broken arm bone
    • Displaced right supracondylar humerus fracture
    • Right elbow fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S42412A: Displaced simple supracondylar fracture without intercondylar fracture of left humerus, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S42411A: Displaced simple supracondylar fracture without intercondylar fracture of right humerus, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Kyphosis
    • Kyphosis of Upper Back
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Roundback
    • Hunchback
    • Spinal Curvature
    • Thoracic Roundback
    • Upper Back Hunchback
    • Thoracic Kyphosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M40209: Unspecified kyphosis, site unspecified
    • M40204: Unspecified kyphosis, thoracic region

    Also known as:

    • Musculoskeletal Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Bone and Muscle Check-up
    • Joint Health Screening
    • Orthopedic Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z13828: Encounter for screening for other musculoskeletal disorder

    Also known as:

    • Wry Neck
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Torticollis
    • Cervical Dystonia
    • Twisted Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M436: Torticollis

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Injury
    • General injury
    • Injury, unknown location
    • Trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T148XXA: Other injury of unspecified body region, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Elbow Fracture
    • Elbow Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Humerus fracture
    • Broken elbow
    • Upper arm bone fracture
    • Supracondylar fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S42412D: Displaced simple supracondylar fracture without intercondylar fracture of left humerus, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing

    Also known as:

    • Other Congenital Spinal Malformations
    • Birth Defects
    • Spinal birth defects
    • Congenital spine abnormalities
    • Vertebral malformations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q7649: Other congenital malformations of spine, not associated with scoliosis

    Also known as:

    • Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back and Pelvis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back/Pelvis
    • Lumbosacral Spondylolisthesis
    • Lower Back-Pelvis Spinal Slip

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4317: Spondylolisthesis, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Left Forearm Fracture
    • Arm Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Broken Left Forearm
    • Closed Left Forearm Fracture
    • Left Arm Bone Break

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S5292XA: Unspecified fracture of left forearm, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Klippel-Feil Syndrome
    • Birth Defects
    • Klippel-Feil syndrome
    • KFS
    • Cervical Vertebrae Fusion
    • Short Neck Syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q761: Klippel-Feil syndrome

    Which procedures does Dr. Heffernan perform as a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon?

    As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Michael Heffernan may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Heffernan's office.

    Does Dr. Heffernan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Heffernan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 896-9569 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Heffernan accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Heffernan in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Altamed Health Services

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Express Scripts

    • HealthSmart

    • Medicaid

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Preferred IPA

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Heffernan's office located?

    Dr. Michael Heffernan's Primary Practice

    4650 W Sunset Blvd

    Los Angeles, CA 90027

    (504) 896-9569

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    Dr. Michael Heffernan's Practice 2

    468 E Santa Clara St

    Arcadia, CA 91006

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    Dr. Michael Heffernan's Practice 3

    936 Kaliste Saloom Rd

    Lafayette, LA 70508

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

    Dr. Heffernan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750588836.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heffernan?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Heffernan's specialty?

    Dr. Heffernan is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon near Los Angeles, CA. An orthopedic surgeon with specialized training in pediatric orthopedics focuses on diagnosing, treating, and managing musculoskeletal issues in infants, children, and adolescents. This includes addressing limb and spine deformities (such as clubfoot and scoliosis), gait abnormalities (like limping), bone and joint infections, and fractures. Contact Dr. Heffernan to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Michael Heffernan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Heffernan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Hospital Los Angeles. 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 Michael Heffernan accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Heffernan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Heffernan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Heffernan's office at (504) 896-9569 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Heffernan?

    Please contact Dr. Heffernan's office at (504) 896-9569 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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