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30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Heckert, Family Medicine Specialist in Lewes, DE?
Dr. Jeffrey Heckert, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lewes, DE. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Heckert graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and completed his residency at Christiana Care Hlth Servs Inc, Family Medicine. Dr. Heckert is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heckert’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heckert’s office at (302) 644-6860.
Where did Dr. Heckert go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Christiana Care Hlth Servs Inc, Family Medicine | PCOM/Christiana Care Health System Program
Medical School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University | Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University
Is Dr. Heckert board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Heckert, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Heckert speak?
Dr. Heckert and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Heckert typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Heckert 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. Heckert. 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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- General Health Screening
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Routine Check-up
- Preventive Health Exam
- Wellness Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
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:
- 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:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Heckert typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Jeffrey Heckert may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Heckert's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Heckert accept my insurance?
Dr. Heckert accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (302) 644-6860 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Heckert accept in Lewes, DE?
Dr. Heckert in Lewes, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Medicare
State of Delaware
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Heckert's office located?
Dr. Jeffrey Heckert's Primary Practice
20251 John J Williams Hwy
Lewes, DE 19958
(302) 644-6860
What is Dr. Heckert's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Heckert's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386649390.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heckert?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Heckert
What is Dr. Jeffrey Heckert's specialty?
Dr. Heckert is a Family Medicine Specialist near Lewes, DE.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Jeffrey Heckert affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Heckert is affiliated with Beebe Healthcare, Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional, Riddle Hospital, Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jeffrey Heckert accepting new patients in Lewes, DE?
Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Heckert is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jeffrey Heckert offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Heckert's office at (302) 644-6860 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jeffrey Heckert?
Please contact Dr. Heckert's office at (302) 644-6860 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jeffrey Heckert have?
Dr. Jeffrey Heckert is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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