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44 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hecht, Surgeon in Avondale, AZ?
Dr. Charles Hecht, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Avondale, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified. Dr. Hecht completed his residency at Oh State Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Hecht is fluent in English and Hebrew, 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 at (602) 568-7114.
Where did Dr. Hecht go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Oh State Univ Hosp, General Surgery
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny
Is Dr. Hecht board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Charles Hecht, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Hecht speak?
Dr. Hecht and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Hecht typically treat?
As a Surgeon, 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 here.
Also known as:
- Varicose Veins
- Painful Varicose Veins
- Varicose Veins in Right Leg with Inflammation
- Spider Veins
- Venous Insufficiency
- Chronic Venous Disease
- Symptomatic Varicose Veins
- Aching Leg Veins
- Inflamed Varicose Veins
- Phlebitis of Varicose Veins
- Venous Insufficiency with Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83812: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with pain
- I83811: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with pain
- I8311: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with inflammation
- I83813: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with pain
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Hecht typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Hecht performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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 here.
Also known as:
- Laser Treatment for Varicose Veins
- Foam Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
- Endovenous Laser Ablation
- Vein Laser Therapy
- Varicose Vein Laser Surgery
- Incompetent Vein Ablation
- Varicose vein foam injection
- Ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy
- Saphenous vein treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36478: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, laser; first vein treated
- 36465: Injection of non-compounded foam sclerosant with ultrasound compression maneuvers to guide dispersion of the injectate, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring; single incompetent extremity truncal vein (eg, great saphenous vein, accessory saphenous vein)
Also known as:
- Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
- Vein Injection Therapy
- Varicose Vein Sclerosing
- Chemical Ablation of Veins
CPT Codes:
- 36471: Injection of sclerosant; multiple incompetent veins (other than telangiectasia), same leg
Also known as:
- Laser Treatment for Varicose Veins (Additional Veins)
- Endovenous laser ablation
- Varicose vein laser treatment
- Vein ablation therapy
- Percutaneous laser vein treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36479: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, laser; subsequent vein(s) treated in a single extremity, each through separate access sites (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Hecht accept my insurance?
Dr. Hecht accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 568-7114 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hecht accept in Avondale, AZ?
Dr. Hecht in Avondale, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AmeriBen
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Mercy Care
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hecht's office located?
Dr. Charles Hecht's Primary Practice
13065 W McDowell Rd Ste A103
Avondale, AZ 85392
(602) 568-7114
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 1457358608.
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. Charles Hecht's specialty?
Dr. Hecht is a Surgeon near Avondale, AZ.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Charles Hecht affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hecht is affiliated with Banner Estrella Medical Center, Abrazo West 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
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Is Charles Hecht accepting new patients in Avondale, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Charles Hecht is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Hecht offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hecht's office at (602) 568-7114 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Hecht?
Please contact Dr. Hecht's office at (602) 568-7114 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Hecht have?
Dr. Charles Hecht is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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