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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Heard, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Temple, TX?
Dr. Brittney Heard, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Temple, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Heard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heard’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heard’s office at (254) 724-2111.
What languages does Dr. Heard speak?
Dr. Heard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Heard typically treat?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Heard 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. Heard. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Pacemaker Battery Check
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Pacemaker Pulse Generator Check
- Pacemaker Battery Testing
- Cardiac Pacing Device Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z45010: Encounter for checking and testing of cardiac pacemaker pulse generator [battery]
Also known as:
- Implantable Defibrillator Management
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- AICD Management
- Defibrillator Adjustment
- ICD Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4502: Encounter for adjustment and management of automatic implantable cardiac defibrillator
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Combined Systolic and Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Mixed Heart Failure
- Biventricular Heart Failure
- Systolic and Diastolic Dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5040: Unspecified combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
What procedures does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist like Dr. Heard typically perform?
As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Brittney Heard may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Heard's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Heard accept my insurance?
Dr. Heard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (254) 724-2111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Heard accept in Temple, TX?
Dr. Heard in Temple, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Medicare
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Heard's office located?
What is Dr. Heard's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Heard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922426204.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heard?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Heard
What is Dr. Brittney Heard's specialty?
Dr. Heard is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Temple, TX.
What does a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist do?
A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments.
Is this Dr. Brittney Heard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Heard is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple, Unitypoint Health - St. Luke's, East Alabama Medical Center, Texas Health Arlington Memorial 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
When to see a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Brittney Heard accepting new patients in Temple, TX?
Yes, Dr. Brittney Heard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brittney Heard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Heard's office at (254) 724-2111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brittney Heard?
Please contact Dr. Heard's office at (254) 724-2111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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