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Dr. Charles Heron, MD

Anesthesiologist

Effingham, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Heron, Anesthesiologist in Effingham, IL?

    Dr. Charles Heron, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Effingham, IL. He is board certified. Dr. Heron completed his residency at Univ Of Wi Hosp & Cli, Anesthesiology; St Mary'S Mercy Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Heron is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heron’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heron’s office at (217) 342-1234.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Wi Hosp & Cli, Anesthesiology; St Mary'S Mercy Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | U Wisc Med Sch Hosp

    Is Dr. Heron board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Heron, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Heron speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Heron typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Heron 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. Heron. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS
    • Left Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Left Hand Numbness
    • Left CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
    • G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Cataract
    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Cataract
    • Senile Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H259: Unspecified age-related cataract
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Benign Cecum Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Non-cancerous cecum growth
    • Cecal adenoma
    • Cecum benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum

    Also known as:

    • Ulnar Nerve Damage
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Ulnar Neuropathy
    • Cubital Tunnel Syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5622: Lesion of ulnar nerve, left upper limb

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Heron typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Charles Heron may include:

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

    Does Dr. Heron accept my insurance?

    Dr. Heron accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (217) 342-1234 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Heron accept in Effingham, IL?

    Dr. Heron in Effingham, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Illinois

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    Where is Dr. Heron's office located?

    Dr. Charles Heron's Primary Practice

    904 W Temple Ave

    Effingham, IL 62401

    (217) 342-1234

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

    Dr. Heron's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942283585.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heron?

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

    What is Dr. Charles Heron's specialty?

    Dr. Heron is an Anesthesiologist near Effingham, IL.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Charles Heron affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Heron is affiliated with Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center 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

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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. Charles Heron accepting new patients in Effingham, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Heron is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Charles Heron offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Heron's office at (217) 342-1234 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Charles Heron?

    Please contact Dr. Heron's office at (217) 342-1234 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Heron's office located?

    Dr. Heron's office is located in Effingham, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Heron have?

    Dr. Charles Heron is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.