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Dr. Theodore Hetrick, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Lewistown, PA

44 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hetrick, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Lewistown, PA?

    Dr. Theodore Hetrick, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lewistown, PA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified. Dr. Hetrick graduated from Temple University School Of Medicine. Dr. Hetrick is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hetrick’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hetrick’s office at (717) 242-7180.

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

    • Medical School: Temple University School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Hetrick board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Theodore Hetrick, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Hetrick speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Profound Intellectual Disability
    • Moderate Intellectual Disability
    • Developmental Disabilities
    • Severe developmental delay
    • Profound cognitive impairment
    • Moderate developmental delay
    • Moderate cognitive impairment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F73: Profound intellectual disabilities
    • F71: Moderate intellectual disabilities

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Mild Intellectual Disability
    • Severe Intellectual Disability
    • Developmental Disabilities
    • Mild Cognitive Impairment
    • Mild Developmental Delay
    • Learning Disability (Intellectual)
    • Severe Cognitive Impairment
    • Profound Developmental Delay
    • Significant Intellectual Impairment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F70: Mild intellectual disabilities
    • F72: Severe intellectual disabilities

    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:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Theodore Hetrick may include:

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

    Does Dr. Hetrick accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hetrick accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (717) 242-7180 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hetrick accept in Lewistown, PA?

    Dr. Hetrick in Lewistown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • State of Pennsylvania

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    Where is Dr. Hetrick's office located?

    Dr. Theodore Hetrick's Primary Practice

    400 Highland Ave

    Lewistown, PA 17044

    (717) 242-7180

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    Dr. Theodore Hetrick's Practice 2

    1000 US Highway 522

    Selinsgrove, PA 17870

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

    Dr. Hetrick's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619904497.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hetrick?

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

    What is Dr. Theodore Hetrick's specialty?

    Dr. Hetrick is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Lewistown, PA.

    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. Theodore Hetrick affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hetrick is affiliated with Geisinger Medical Center, Geisinger Shamokin Area Community Hospital, Wellspan Evangelical Community 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. Theodore Hetrick accepting new patients in Lewistown, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Theodore Hetrick is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Theodore Hetrick offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hetrick's office at (717) 242-7180 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Theodore Hetrick?

    Please contact Dr. Hetrick's office at (717) 242-7180 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hetrick's office located?

    Dr. Hetrick's offices are located in Lewistown, PA and Selinsgrove, PA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Theodore Hetrick have?

    Dr. Theodore Hetrick is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.