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Dr. Paul Heil, MD

Nashville, TN

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Heil, Pediatrician in Nashville, TN?

    Dr. Paul Heil, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Heil graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Heil is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heil’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heil’s office at (615) 352-2990.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Heil?

    Dr. Paul Heil, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Heil empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in International Adoptions, Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Nashville/TN community, Dr. Heil is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Heil go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Pediatrics | Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine | Vanderbilt University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Heil board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Heil, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Heil speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Heil treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Heil 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. Heil. 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 Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Eye Disease
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Annual eye checkup
    • Vision screening, no issues
    • Eye health exam, all clear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Ear and Hearing Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Normal Hearing Test
    • Clear Ear Checkup
    • Routine Audiology Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0110: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection in Both Ears
    • Ear Infection
    • Bilateral Middle Ear Infection
    • Bilateral Otitis Media
    • Earache in Both Ears
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6643: Suppurative otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
    • H66001: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, right ear

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • Eye and Vision Examination with Abnormal Findings
    • Eye Disease
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Eye Exam with Issues
    • Abnormal Vision Test
    • Eye Doctor Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0101: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Brain Tumor
    • Brain Cancer
    • Cerebral Tumor
    • Intracranial Tumor
    • Malignant Brain Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Unexplained Vision Loss
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Unspecified visual loss
    • Undiagnosed vision problem
    • Sudden vision loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H547: Unspecified visual loss

    Also known as:

    • Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Childhood obesity
    • Pediatric high BMI
    • Overweight child BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Caregiver Refused Vaccination for Patient
    • Caregiver vaccine refusal
    • Parental vaccine refusal
    • Guardian refused immunization

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z2882: Immunization not carried out because of caregiver refusal

    Also known as:

    • Overweight Child
    • Body Weight
    • Childhood Overweight
    • Pediatric Overweight
    • High BMI in Children

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6853: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 85th percentile to less than 95th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Which procedures does Dr. Heil perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Paul Heil may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Heil's office.

    Does Dr. Heil accept my insurance?

    Dr. Heil accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 352-2990 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Heil accept in Nashville, TN?

    Dr. Heil in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Heil's office located?

    Dr. Paul Heil's Primary Practice

    7640 Highway 70 S

    Nashville, TN 37221

    (615) 352-2990

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    Dr. Paul Heil's Practice 2

    5819 Old Harding Pike

    Nashville, TN 37205

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

    Dr. Heil's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578523437.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heil?

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

    What is Dr. Paul Heil's specialty?

    Dr. Heil is a Pediatrician near Nashville, TN. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Heil to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Paul Heil affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Heil is affiliated with TriStar Centennial Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Paul Heil accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Heil is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paul Heil offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Heil's office at (615) 352-2990 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Paul Heil?

    Please contact Dr. Heil's office at (615) 352-2990 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Heil have?

    Dr. Paul Heil is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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