Dr. John Heffron, MD

Glenwood, IA

Accepting patients

Who is Dr. Heffron, Family Medicine Specialist in Glenwood, IA?

Dr. John Heffron, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Glenwood, IA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Heffron completed his residency at Univ Of Nd Sch Med & Hlth Sci, Family Practice Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery University Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Heffron is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heffron’s office at (402) 837-5381.

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

Residency: Univ Of Nd Sch Med & Hlth Sci, Family Practice Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery University Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology

Is Dr. Heffron board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

Yes, Dr. John Heffron, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

What languages does Dr. Heffron speak?

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

English
Spanish

What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Heffron typically treat?

As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Heffron 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. Heffron. 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:

Type 2 Diabetes
Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
Diabetes Type 2
Type 2 diabetes
Hyperglycemia
Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
Adult-Onset Diabetes
Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
Diabetic Hyperglycemia
High Blood Glucose
High Sugar Levels

ICD-10 Codes:

E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

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:

Common Cold
Upper Respiratory Infection
Head Cold
Cold Symptoms

ICD-10 Codes:

J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

Also known as:

COPD
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Chronic Lung Disease
Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

ICD-10 Codes:

J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

Also known as:

Cirrhosis
Liver scarring
End-stage liver disease
Chronic liver failure

ICD-10 Codes:

K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver

What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Heffron typically perform?

As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. John Heffron may include:

Please contact Dr. Heffron's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

Does Dr. Heffron accept my insurance?

Please contact Dr. Heffron's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

Where is Dr. Heffron's office located?

Dr. John Heffron's Primary Practice

711 S Vine St

Glenwood, IA 51534

(402) 837-5381

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Dr. John Heffron's Practice 2

100 Indian Hills Dr

Macy, NE 68039

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

Dr. Heffron's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609828797.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heffron?

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

What is Dr. John Heffron's specialty?

Dr. Heffron is a Family Medicine Specialist near Glenwood, IA.

What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

Is Dr. John Heffron affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

No, Dr. Heffron is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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