17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Doherty, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Heather Doherty, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Doherty completed her residency at University California. Dr. Doherty is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Doherty’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Doherty’s office at (858) 554-7226.
Where did Dr. Doherty go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University California
Residency: University California
Is Dr. Doherty board certified in Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Heather Doherty, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Doherty speak?
Dr. Doherty and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Doherty treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Doherty 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. Doherty. 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.
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Urological Device Fitting
- Bladder Device Adjustment
- Catheter Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Unsteadiness on Feet
- Walking Problems
- Feeling Unsteady
- Balance Problems
- Dizziness While Standing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome
- Arrhythmia
- POTS
- Orthostatic intolerance
- Postural tachycardia syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- G90A: Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome [POTS]
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
Which procedures does Dr. Doherty perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Heather Doherty may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Doherty's office.
Does Dr. Doherty accept my insurance?
Dr. Doherty accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 554-7226 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Doherty accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Doherty in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
HealthComp
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Doherty's office located?
Dr. Heather Doherty's Primary Practice
15004 Innovation Dr
San Diego, CA 92128
(858) 554-7226
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Diagnosis
100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Heather Doherty an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Doherty has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Doherty, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Doherty's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Doherty's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255319802.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Doherty?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Doherty
What is Dr. Heather Doherty's specialty?
Dr. Doherty is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near San Diego, CA. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Doherty to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Heather Doherty affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Doherty is affiliated with Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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 Heather Doherty accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Heather Doherty is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heather Doherty offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Doherty's office at (858) 554-7226 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heather Doherty?
Please contact Dr. Doherty's office at (858) 554-7226 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Heather Doherty have?
Dr. Heather Doherty is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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