Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elwood, Family Medicine Specialist in San Tan Valley, AZ?
Dr. Heather Elwood, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Tan Valley, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Elwood graduated from University of South Dakota and completed her residency at Umkc Truman Med Ctr Lakewood. Dr. Elwood is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elwood’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elwood’s office at (480) 677-8282.
Where did Dr. Elwood go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Umkc Truman Med Ctr Lakewood
Medical School: University of South Dakota
Is Dr. Elwood board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Heather Elwood, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Elwood speak?
Dr. Elwood and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Elwood typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Elwood 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. Elwood. 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:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
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:
- Arrhythmia
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- History of Falls
- Falls
- Previous falls
- Recurrent falls
- Risk of falling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9181: History of falling
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Elwood typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Heather Elwood may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Elwood's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Elwood accept my insurance?
Dr. Elwood accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 677-8282 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elwood accept in San Tan Valley, AZ?
Dr. Elwood in San Tan Valley, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Mercy Care
Mercy Maricopa Integrated Care
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Elwood's office located?
Dr. Heather Elwood's Primary Practice
287 E Hunt Hwy Ste 105
San Tan Valley, AZ 85143
(480) 677-8282
What is Dr. Elwood's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elwood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033166012.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elwood?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elwood
What is Dr. Heather Elwood's specialty?
Dr. Elwood is a Family Medicine Specialist near San Tan Valley, AZ.
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. Heather Elwood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elwood is affiliated with Honorhealth Deer Valley Medical Center, Honorhealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center, Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix, Banner Gateway Medical Center, Banner Baywood Medical Center, Mercy Gilbert Medical Center 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Heather Elwood accepting new patients in San Tan Valley, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Heather Elwood is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heather Elwood offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elwood's office at (480) 677-8282 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heather Elwood?
Please contact Dr. Elwood's office at (480) 677-8282 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Heather Elwood have?
Dr. Heather Elwood is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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