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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Heron, Internist in Aptos, CA?
Dr. Darien Heron, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Aptos, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Heron is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heron’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heron’s office at (831) 458-6200.
Where did Dr. Heron go to medical school and complete their residency?
Is Dr. Heron board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Darien Heron, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Heron speak?
Dr. Heron and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Heron typically treat?
As an Internist, 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 here.
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:
- 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:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Heron typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Darien Heron may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
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 (831) 458-6200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Heron accept in Aptos, CA?
Dr. Heron in Aptos, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Centene Corporation
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Santa Cruz County
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Heron's office located?
What is Dr. Heron's NPI number?An 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 1821078726.
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. Darien Heron's specialty?
Dr. Heron is a Internist near Aptos, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Darien Heron affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Heron is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Darien Heron accepting new patients in Aptos, CA?
Yes, Dr. Darien Heron is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Darien Heron offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Heron's office at (831) 458-6200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Darien Heron?
Please contact Dr. Heron's office at (831) 458-6200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Darien Heron have?
Dr. Darien Heron is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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