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Dr. Heather Collins, DO

Family Medicine Specialist

Meadowbrook, PA

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Collins, Family Medicine Specialist in Meadowbrook, PA?

    Dr. Heather Collins, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Meadowbrook, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 21 years. Dr. Collins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Collins’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Collins’s office at (215) 938-1070.

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

      What languages does Dr. Collins speak?

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

      • English

      What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Collins typically treat?

      As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Collins 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. Collins. 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:

      • 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:

      • High Cholesterol
      • Cholesterol
      • Triglycerides
      • Hyperlipidemia
      • High lipids
      • Dyslipidemia

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

      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:

      • High Blood Pressure
      • Hypertension
      • Primary Hypertension
      • Essential Hypertension

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

      Also known as:

      • Low Back Pain
      • Back Pain
      • Lumbago
      • Lower Back Ache
      • Backache

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
      • Health Checkup
      • Normal Well-Child Checkup
      • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
      • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

      Also known as:

      • Dementia
      • Cognitive decline
      • Memory loss
      • Brain disorder

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety

      What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Collins typically perform?

      As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Heather Collins may include:

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

      Does Dr. Collins accept my insurance?

      Dr. Collins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 938-1070 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Collins accept in Meadowbrook, PA?

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

      Top Insurances

      • BCBS Unspecified

      • Capital Blue Cross

      • Cigna Group

      • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

      • Employer Health Options Administered Payer

      • Humana

      • Independence Health Group

      • Jefferson Health

      • Medicare

      • UnitedHealth Group

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      Where is Dr. Collins' office located?

      Dr. Heather Collins' Primary Practice

      1650 Huntingdon Pike Ste 256

      Meadowbrook, PA 19046

      (215) 938-1070

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      Dr. Heather Collins' Practice 2

      1468 Old York Rd

      Abington, PA 19001

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      Dr. Heather Collins' Practice 3

      4033 Linglestown Rd Ste 2

      Harrisburg, PA 17112

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

      Dr. Collins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497750905.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Collins?

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

      What is Dr. Heather Collins's specialty?

      Dr. Collins is a Family Medicine Specialist near Meadowbrook, PA.

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

      Yes, Dr. Collins is affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Redeemer Health, Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional, Temple University Hospital, Jefferson Torresdale Hospital, Geisinger Shamokin Area 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

      Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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. Heather Collins accepting new patients in Meadowbrook, PA?

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

      Does Dr. Heather Collins offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Collins' office at (215) 938-1070 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

      Please contact Dr. Collins' office at (215) 938-1070 to schedule an appointment.

      Where is Dr. Collins' office located?

      Dr. Collins' offices are located in Meadowbrook, PA, Abington, PA, and Harrisburg, PA.