34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Heldreth, Medical Oncologist in Naples, FL?
Dr. Douglas Heldreth, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Naples, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Heldreth completed his residency at Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Hematology/Oncology; Orlando Reg Healthcare Sys, Internal Medicine; Boston City Hosp, Emergency Medicine; Charleston Area Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Heldreth is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heldreth’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heldreth’s office at (239) 434-2622.
Where did Dr. Heldreth go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Hematology/Oncology; Orlando Reg Healthcare Sys, Internal Medicine; Boston City Hosp, Emergency Medicine; Charleston Area Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Wv University School Of Medicine Morgantown
Is Dr. Heldreth board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Heldreth, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Heldreth speak?
Dr. Heldreth and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Heldreth typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Heldreth 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. Heldreth. 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:
- Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- B Vitamins
- B12 Anemia
- Dietary B12 Anemia
- Cobalamin Deficiency Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D519: Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Heldreth typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Douglas Heldreth may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. Heldreth's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Heldreth accept my insurance?
Dr. Heldreth accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (239) 434-2622 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Heldreth accept in Naples, FL?
Dr. Heldreth in Naples, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Heldreth's office located?
What is Dr. Heldreth's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Heldreth's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699766378.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heldreth?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Heldreth
What is Dr. Douglas Heldreth's specialty?
Dr. Heldreth is a Medical Oncologist near Naples, FL.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.
Is this Dr. Douglas Heldreth affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Heldreth is affiliated with Nch Baker Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Douglas Heldreth accepting new patients in Naples, FL?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Heldreth is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Heldreth offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Heldreth's office at (239) 434-2622 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Heldreth?
Please contact Dr. Heldreth's office at (239) 434-2622 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Heldreth have?
Dr. Douglas Heldreth is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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