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Dr. Heather Harrell, MD

Gainesville, FL

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Harrell, Internist in Gainesville, FL?

    Dr. Heather Harrell, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Gainesville, FL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Harrell completed her residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. Dr. Harrell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Harrell’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Harrell’s office at (352) 265-0140.

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

    • Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of Florida

    Is Dr. Harrell board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Heather Harrell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Harrell speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Harrell typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Harrell 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. Harrell. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    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:

    • 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:

    • Other Hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function
    • Thyroid Gland Underactivity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E038: Other specified hypothyroidism

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Harrell typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Heather Harrell may include:

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

    Does Dr. Harrell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Harrell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 265-0140 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Harrell accept in Gainesville, FL?

    Dr. Harrell in Gainesville, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Bankers Life

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CareCentrix

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Harrell's office located?

    Dr. Heather Harrell's Primary Practice

    1549 Gale Lemerand Dr Fl 4

    Gainesville, FL 32610

    (352) 265-0140

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    Gi Clinic At Endoscopy Center

    2001 SW 13th St

    Gainesville, FL 32608

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    Dr. Heather Harrell's Practice 3

    1600 SW Archer Rd

    Gainesville, FL 32610

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    What hospitals are Dr. Harrell affiliated with?

    Dr. Harrell has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Uf Health Shands Hospital,Gainesville, FL
    Moffitt Cancer Center Magnolia Campus,Tampa, FL

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

    Dr. Harrell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417992546.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Harrell?

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

    What is Dr. Heather Harrell's specialty?

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Is Dr. Heather Harrell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Harrell is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Uf Health Shands Hospital, Moffitt Cancer Center Magnolia Campus. 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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. Heather Harrell accepting new patients in Gainesville, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Heather Harrell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Heather Harrell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Harrell's office at (352) 265-0140 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Heather Harrell?

    Please contact Dr. Harrell's office at (352) 265-0140 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Harrell's office located?

    Dr. Harrell's office is located in Gainesville, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Heather Harrell have?

    Dr. Heather Harrell is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.