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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hecht, Hospitalist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Todd Hecht, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hecht graduated from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Hecht is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hecht’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hecht’s office.
Where did Dr. Hecht go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
Is Dr. Hecht board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Todd Hecht, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hecht speak?
Dr. Hecht and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Hecht typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Hecht 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. Hecht. 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:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- History of Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
- Past Lung Blood Clot
- Previous PE
- History of Pulmonary Thromboembolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
- Z86711: Personal history of pulmonary embolism
Also known as:
- Deep Vein Thrombosis
- DVT
- Blood Clot in Leg
- Pulmonary Embolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86718: Personal history of other venous thrombosis and embolism
Also known as:
- Antiphospholipid Syndrome
- Bleeding Disorder
- Antiphospholipid syndrome
- APS
- Hughes syndrome
- Sticky blood syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- D6861: Antiphospholipid syndrome
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Hecht typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Todd Hecht may include:
Please contact Dr. Hecht's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hecht accept my insurance?
Dr. Hecht accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hecht accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Hecht in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Highmark Health
Humana
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hecht's office located?
What is Dr. Hecht's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hecht's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841227014.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hecht?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hecht
What is Dr. Todd Hecht's specialty?
Dr. Hecht is a Hospitalist near Philadelphia, PA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Todd Hecht affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hecht is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Reading Hospital Tower Health, Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Todd Hecht accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Todd Hecht is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Todd Hecht offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hecht's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Todd Hecht?
Please contact Dr. Hecht's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Todd Hecht have?
Dr. Todd Hecht is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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