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Dr. Tadd Heft, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Grand Rapids, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Heft, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Dr. Tadd Heft, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Grand Rapids, MI with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Heft is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heft’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heft’s office at (616) 249-0159.

    What languages does Dr. Heft speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Heft typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Heft 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. Heft. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    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:

    • Obesity
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Heft typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Tadd Heft may include:

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

    Does Dr. Heft accept my insurance?

    Dr. Heft accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (616) 249-0159 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Heft accept in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Dr. Heft in Grand Rapids, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • American Postal Workers Union (APWU)

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Forest County-Potaw Community (WI)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Michigan

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Heft's office located?

    Dr. Tadd Heft's Primary Practice

    311 State St SE

    Grand Rapids, MI 49503

    (616) 249-0159

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    Dr. Tadd Heft's Practice 2

    420 W High St

    Dowagiac, MI 49047

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

    Dr. Heft's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932144045.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heft?

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

    What is Dr. Tadd Heft's specialty?

    Dr. Heft is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Grand Rapids, MI.

    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 Dr. Tadd Heft affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Heft is affiliated with Bronson Battle Creek Hospital, Bronson Methodist Hospital, Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, University Of Michigan Health - West, Corewell Health Pennock Hospital, Corewell Health Greenville Hospital 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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 Dr. Tadd Heft accepting new patients in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Tadd Heft is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tadd Heft offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Heft's office at (616) 249-0159 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Tadd Heft?

    Please contact Dr. Heft's office at (616) 249-0159 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Heft's office located?

    Dr. Heft's offices are located in Grand Rapids, MI and Dowagiac, MI.