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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Heck, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Margaret Heck, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Heck completed her residency at Univ Il Coll Med Peoria, Emergency Medicine; Univ Il Coll Med Peoria, General Surgery; Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, General Surgery. Dr. Heck is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heck’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heck’s office at (505) 262-7979.
Where did Dr. Heck go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Il Coll Med Peoria, Emergency Medicine; Univ Il Coll Med Peoria, General Surgery; Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, General Surgery
Medical School: University of Nm Sch of Med, Albuquerque Nm
Is Dr. Heck board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Margaret Heck, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Heck speak?
Dr. Heck and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Heck typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Heck 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. Heck. 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:
- Sore Throat
- Strep Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Heck typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Margaret Heck may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Heck's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Heck accept my insurance?
Dr. Heck accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 262-7979 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Heck accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Heck in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
State of New Mexico
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Heck's office located?
Dr. Margaret Heck's Primary Practice
5400 Gibson Blvd SE
Albuquerque, NM 87108
(505) 262-7979
What is Dr. Heck's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Heck's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528013927.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heck?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Heck
What is Dr. Margaret Heck's specialty?
Dr. Heck is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Albuquerque, NM.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Margaret Heck affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Heck is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Margaret Heck accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Margaret Heck is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Margaret Heck offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Heck's office at (505) 262-7979 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Margaret Heck?
Please contact Dr. Heck's office at (505) 262-7979 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Margaret Heck have?
Dr. Margaret Heck is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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