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Dr. Jeffrey Heit, MD

Dr. Jeffrey Heit, MD

Hospitalist

Burlington, MA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Heit, Hospitalist in Burlington, MA?

    Dr. Jeffrey Heit, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Burlington, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Heit completed his residency at Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Internal Medicine and is currently affiliated with Lahey Hospital And Medical Center. Dr. Heit is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heit’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heit’s office at (781) 744-3839.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: New York Univ Sch of Med, New York Ny

    Is Dr. Heit board certified as a Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Heit, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Heit speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Heit typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Heit 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. Heit. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    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

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Heit typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Jeffrey Heit may include:

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

    Does Dr. Heit accept my insurance?

    Dr. Heit accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 744-3839 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Heit accept in Burlington, MA?

    Dr. Heit in Burlington, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • Commonwealth Care Alliance

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

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    Where is Dr. Heit's office located?

    Lahey Hospital And Medical Center

    41 Mall Rd

    Burlington, MA 01805

    (781) 744-3839

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    Addison Gilbert

    298 Washington St

    Gloucester, MA 01930

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    Dr. Jeffrey Heit's Practice 3

    55 Fogg Rd

    Weymouth, MA 02190

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

    Dr. Heit's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508893447.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heit?

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

    What is Dr. Jeffrey Heit's specialty?

    Dr. Heit is a Hospitalist near Burlington, MA.

    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 Dr. Jeffrey Heit affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Heit is affiliated with Beverly Hospital, North Shore Medical Center - Miami, Fl 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. 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. Jeffrey Heit accepting new patients in Burlington, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Heit is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jeffrey Heit offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Heit's office at (781) 744-3839 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jeffrey Heit?

    Please contact Dr. Heit's office at (781) 744-3839 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Heit's office located?

    Dr. Heit's offices are located in Burlington, MA, Gloucester, MA, and Weymouth, MA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jeffrey Heit have?

    Dr. Jeffrey Heit is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.