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Who is Dr. Heimbach, Transplant Surgeon in Rochester, MN?
Dr. Julie Heimbach, MD is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in Rochester, MN with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Heimbach graduated from University of Minnesota Med School and completed her residency at Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, General Surgery. She is a member of the Minnesota Medical Association/Zumbro Valley. Dr. Heimbach is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heimbach’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heimbach’s office at (507) 284-2511.
Where did Dr. Heimbach go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Fellow - Transplantation Surgery: Mayo Clinic in Rochester | Mayo Clinic, Transplant Surgery Fellowship
Residency: Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, General Surgery | University Co | University of Colorado Denver Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: University of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn | University of Minnesota Med School
Is Dr. Heimbach board certified as a Transplant Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Julie Heimbach, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Heimbach speak?
Dr. Heimbach and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Heimbach typically treat?
As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Heimbach 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. Heimbach. 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:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
Also known as:
- Long-term liver failure
- Liver Disease
- Chronic liver failure
- End-stage liver disease
- Progressive liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7210: Chronic hepatic failure without coma
Also known as:
- Kidney Donation
- Organ Donation
- Living kidney donation
- Deceased kidney donation
- Renal donation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z524: Kidney donor
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Cryptogenic cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7469: Other cirrhosis of liver
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
What procedures does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Heimbach typically perform?
As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Heimbach 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. Heimbach. 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:
- Living Donor Kidney Removal (Laparoscopic)
- Laparoscopic donor nephrectomy
- Keyhole kidney removal for donation
- Minimally invasive kidney donation surgery
CPT Codes:
- 50547: Laparoscopy, surgical; donor nephrectomy (including cold preservation), from living donor
Does Dr. Heimbach accept my insurance?
Dr. Heimbach accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (507) 284-2511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Heimbach accept in Rochester, MN?
Dr. Heimbach in Rochester, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Bankers Life
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Minnesota
State of North Dakota
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Heimbach's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Minnesota Medical Association/Zumbro Valley
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What is Dr. Heimbach's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Heimbach's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225016025.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heimbach?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Heimbach
What is Dr. Julie Heimbach's specialty?
Dr. Heimbach is a Transplant Surgeon near Rochester, MN.
What does a Transplant Surgeon do?
A transplant surgeon specializes in replacing damaged body organs with healthy ones from donors. They are responsible to oversee the entire process, including evaluating recipients, selecting donor organs, performing surgeries, and managing postoperative care to ensure successful recovery of a patient.
Is this Dr. Julie Heimbach affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Heimbach is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Julie Heimbach accepting new patients in Rochester, MN?
Yes, Dr. Julie Heimbach is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Julie Heimbach offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Heimbach's office at (507) 284-2511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Julie Heimbach?
Please contact Dr. Heimbach's office at (507) 284-2511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Julie Heimbach have?
Dr. Julie Heimbach is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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