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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Heckstall, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Largo, MD?
Dr. Robert Heckstall, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Largo, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Heckstall completed his residency at Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Heckstall is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heckstall’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heckstall’s office at (301) 870-7001.
Where did Dr. Heckstall go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, Emergency Medicine
Is Dr. Heckstall board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Heckstall, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Heckstall speak?
Dr. Heckstall and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Heckstall typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Heckstall 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. Heckstall. 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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Heckstall typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Heckstall 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. Heckstall. 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:
- Short Arm Splint Application
- Application of Short Leg Splint
- Forearm to hand splint
- Static arm splint
- Wrist and forearm splint
- Arm immobilization splint
- Calf to Foot Splint
- Lower Leg Splinting
- Short Leg Immobilization
CPT Codes:
- 29125: Application of short arm splint (forearm to hand); static
- 29515: Application of short leg splint (calf to foot)
Does Dr. Heckstall accept my insurance?
Dr. Heckstall accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 870-7001 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Heckstall accept in Largo, MD?
Dr. Heckstall in Largo, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Not Specified
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Heckstall's office located?
Dr. Robert Heckstall's Primary Practice
1221 Mercantile Ln
Largo, MD 20774
(301) 870-7001
What is Dr. Heckstall's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Heckstall's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174519417.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heckstall?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Heckstall
What is Dr. Robert Heckstall's specialty?
Dr. Heckstall is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Largo, MD.
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 this Dr. Robert Heckstall affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Heckstall is affiliated with Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center, Um Capital Region Medical Center, Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring, Sinai Hospital - Baltimore, Inova Fairfax 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
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Is Robert Heckstall accepting new patients in Largo, MD?
Yes, Dr. Robert Heckstall is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Heckstall offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Heckstall's office at (301) 870-7001 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Heckstall?
Please contact Dr. Heckstall's office at (301) 870-7001 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Heckstall have?
Dr. Robert Heckstall is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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