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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Riggs, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Kettering, OH?
Dr. Heather Riggs, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Kettering, OH with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Riggs is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Riggs’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Riggs’s office at (855) 500-2873.
What languages does Dr. Riggs speak?
Dr. Riggs and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Riggs treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Riggs 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. Riggs. 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:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
- Diffuse left female breast cancer
- Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
What procedures does Dr. Riggs perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Riggs 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. Riggs. 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:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
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
Also known as:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Also known as:
- Declotting of Vascular Access Device
- Catheter declotting
- Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
- Blocked port-a-cath treatment
- Vascular access device unblocking
CPT Codes:
- 36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Liver Biopsy (Needle)
- Percutaneous liver biopsy
- Needle liver sample
- Liver tissue biopsy
- Liver needle aspiration
CPT Codes:
- 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer Medicine Instillation
- Intravesical Chemotherapy
- Bladder Drug Instillation
- Anticancer Bladder Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 51720: Bladder instillation of anticarcinogenic agent (including retention time)
Also known as:
- Ultrasound-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Breast Biopsy
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
- Breast Tissue Sample
- Breast Lesion Biopsy with Clip
CPT Codes:
- 19083: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Superficial Lymph Node Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Needle Lymph Node Biopsy
- Cervical Lymph Node Biopsy
- Inguinal Lymph Node Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 38505: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); by needle, superficial (eg, cervical, inguinal, axillary)
Also known as:
- Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
- Thoracentesis
- Pleural Fluid Aspiration
- Lung Tap
- Fluid Drainage from Chest
CPT Codes:
- 32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Riggs accept my insurance?
Dr. Riggs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (855) 500-2873 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Riggs accept in Kettering, OH?
Dr. Riggs in Kettering, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareSource
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Riggs' office located?
Dr. Heather Riggs' Primary Practice
3700 Southern Blvd
Kettering, OH 45429
(855) 500-2873
Dr. Heather Riggs' Practice 2
3700 Southern Blvd Ste 401
Kettering, OH 45429
(855) 500-2873
What is Dr. Riggs's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Riggs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003875535.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Riggs?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Riggs
What is Dr. Heather Riggs's specialty?
Dr. Riggs is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Kettering, OH. An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available. Contact Dr. Riggs to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Heather Riggs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Riggs is affiliated with Kettering Health Main Campus 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
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Is Heather Riggs accepting new patients in Kettering, OH?
Yes, Dr. Heather Riggs is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heather Riggs offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Riggs's office at (855) 500-2873 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heather Riggs?
Please contact Dr. Riggs's office at (855) 500-2873 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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