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Dr. J. Heaton, MD
Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)
,Emergency Medicine Specialist
,Family Medicine Specialist
,Internist
San Diego, CA
30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Heaton, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in San Diego, CA?
Dr. J. Heaton, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 30 years. Dr. Heaton completed his residency at University Ca San Diego Med Center. Dr. Heaton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heaton’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heaton’s office at (858) 499-2777.
Where did Dr. Heaton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Ca San Diego Med Center
What languages does Dr. Heaton speak?
Dr. Heaton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Heaton typically treat?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Heaton 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. Heaton. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
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:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Heaton typically perform?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by Dr. J. Heaton may include:
Please contact Dr. Heaton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Heaton accept my insurance?
Dr. Heaton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 499-2777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Heaton accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Heaton in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Heaton's office located?
What is Dr. Heaton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Heaton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902816390.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heaton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Heaton
What is Dr. J. Heaton's specialty?
Dr. Heaton is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near San Diego, CA.
What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?
A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.
Is this Dr. J. Heaton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Heaton is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Vhc Health - Virginia Hospital Center 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
When to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner). Explore 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 J. Heaton accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. J. Heaton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. J. Heaton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Heaton's office at (858) 499-2777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with J. Heaton?
Please contact Dr. Heaton's office at (858) 499-2777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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