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Who is Dr. Herfter, Family Medicine Specialist in Littleton, CO?
Dr. Ernesto Herfter, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Littleton, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Herfter completed his residency at Southside Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Herfter is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Herfter’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Herfter’s office at (303) 649-3200.
Where did Dr. Herfter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Southside Hosp, Family Medicine | Southside Hospital
Medical School: University Auto De Chihuahua, Fac De Med, Chihuahua, Mexico | Universidad Autonoma De Chihuahua, Facultad De Medicina
Is Dr. Herfter board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Ernesto Herfter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Herfter speak?
Dr. Herfter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Herfter typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Herfter 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. Herfter. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40901: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, with status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Herfter typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ernesto Herfter may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Herfter's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Herfter accept my insurance?
Dr. Herfter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 649-3200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Herfter accept in Littleton, CO?
Dr. Herfter in Littleton, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
H & R Block
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Colorado
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Herfter's office located?
What is Dr. Herfter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Herfter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659325710.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Herfter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Herfter
What is Dr. Ernesto Herfter's specialty?
Dr. Herfter is a Family Medicine Specialist near Littleton, CO.
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 this Dr. Ernesto Herfter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Herfter is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Adventhealth Porter, Adventhealth Littleton. 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
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Ernesto Herfter accepting new patients in Littleton, CO?
Yes, Dr. Ernesto Herfter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ernesto Herfter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Herfter's office at (303) 649-3200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ernesto Herfter?
Please contact Dr. Herfter's office at (303) 649-3200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ernesto Herfter have?
Dr. Ernesto Herfter is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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