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Dr. Gregory Heestand, MD

Medical Oncologist, Hematologist, Hematology / Oncology Specialist

Templeton, CA

15 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Heestand, Medical Oncologist in Templeton, CA?

    Dr. Gregory Heestand, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Templeton, CA. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Heestand is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heestand’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heestand’s office at (650) 498-6000.

    Is Dr. Heestand board certified as a Medical Oncologist?

    Yes, Dr. Gregory Heestand, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Heestand speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Heestand typically treat?

    As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Heestand 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. Heestand. 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:

    • Bile Duct Cancer
    • Liver Cancer
    • Cholangiocarcinoma
    • Intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C221: Intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma

    Also known as:

    • Liver Cancer
    • Childhood Liver Cancer
    • Hepatic Cancer
    • Hepatocellular Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C220: Liver cell carcinoma

    Also known as:

    • Pancreatic Cancer
    • Pancreas Cancer
    • Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
    • Pancreatic Carcinoma
    • Cancer of the pancreas
    • Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
    • Pancreatic adenocarcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
    • C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas

    Also known as:

    • Gallbladder Cancer
    • Gallbladder Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Gallbladder Carcinoma
    • Malignant Gallbladder Tumor
    • Biliary Tract Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C23: Malignant neoplasm of gallbladder

    What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Heestand typically perform?

    As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Heestand 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. Heestand. 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:

    • Blood Transfusion
    • Blood Transfusion and Donation
    • Blood product transfusion
    • Red blood cell transfusion
    • Plasma transfusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components

    Does Dr. Heestand accept my insurance?

    Dr. Heestand accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 498-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Heestand accept in Templeton, CA?

    Dr. Heestand in Templeton, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • AllCare Health

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Santa Cruz County

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Heestand's office located?

    Dr. Gregory Heestand's Primary Practice

    1310 Las Tablas Rd Ste 204

    Templeton, CA 93465

    (650) 498-6000

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

    Dr. Heestand's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770568867.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heestand?

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

    What is Dr. Gregory Heestand's specialty?

    Dr. Heestand is a Medical Oncologist near Templeton, CA.

    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 Dr. Gregory Heestand affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Heestand is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Manteca Medical Center, Doctors Medical Center Of Modesto 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 Dr. Gregory Heestand accepting new patients in Templeton, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Gregory Heestand is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gregory Heestand offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Heestand's office at (650) 498-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Gregory Heestand?

    Please contact Dr. Heestand's office at (650) 498-6000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Heestand's office located?

    Dr. Heestand's office is located in Templeton, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gregory Heestand have?

    Dr. Gregory Heestand is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.