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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Heimer, Specialist in State College, PA?
Dr. Jeffrey Heimer, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in State College, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Heimer graduated from Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine and completed his residency at Allegheny Genl Hospital. Dr. Heimer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heimer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heimer’s office at (814) 234-1002.
Where did Dr. Heimer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Allegheny Genl Hospital | Allegheny General Hospital-Western Pennsylvania Hosp Med Ed Program
Medical School: Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Heimer speak?
Dr. Heimer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Heimer typically treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Heimer 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. Heimer. 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.
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Other Secondary Cataract
- Secondary Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Cataract from another condition
- Complicated cataract
- Acquired cataract
- After-Cataract
- Posterior Capsule Opacification
- PCO
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H26491: Other secondary cataract, right eye
- H26492: Other secondary cataract, left eye
Also known as:
- Dry Eyes
- Tears
- Dry eye syndrome
- Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
- Ocular dryness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands
What procedures does a Specialist like Dr. Heimer typically perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Heimer performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Heimer. 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.
Also known as:
- Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Extracapsular cataract extraction
- Phacoemulsification
- IOL implantation
CPT Codes:
- 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Also known as:
- Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
- YAG Laser Capsulotomy
- Posterior Capsulotomy
- Secondary Cataract Removal
- Laser Eye Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)
Also known as:
- Complex Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
- Advanced Cataract Surgery
- Phacoemulsification with IOL
- Complex Extracapsular Cataract Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 66982: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1-stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification), complex, requiring devices or techniques not generally used in routine cataract surgery (eg, iris expansion device, suture support for intraocular lens, or primary posterior capsulorrhexis) or performed on patients in the amblyogenic developmental stage; without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation
Does Dr. Heimer accept my insurance?
Dr. Heimer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (814) 234-1002 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Heimer accept in State College, PA?
Dr. Heimer in State College, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Medicare
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Heimer's office located?
Dr. Jeffrey Heimer's Primary Practice
1700 Old Gatesburg Rd Ste 300
State College, PA 16803
(814) 234-1002
What is Dr. Heimer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Heimer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972553873.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heimer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Heimer
What is Dr. Jeffrey Heimer's specialty?
Dr. Heimer is a Specialist near State College, PA.
Is this Dr. Jeffrey Heimer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Heimer is affiliated with Mount Nittany Medical Center 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 Jeffrey Heimer accepting new patients in State College, PA?
Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Heimer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jeffrey Heimer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Heimer's office at (814) 234-1002 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jeffrey Heimer?
Please contact Dr. Heimer's office at (814) 234-1002 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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