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40 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Heck, Family Medicine Specialist in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Jeffrey Heck, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Asheville, NC. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Heck is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heck’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heck’s office.
Where did Dr. Heck go to medical school and complete their residency?
Is Dr. Heck board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Heck, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Heck speak?
Dr. Heck and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Heck typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Heck 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. Heck. 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:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Unsteadiness on Feet
- Walking Problems
- Feeling Unsteady
- Balance Problems
- Dizziness While Standing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Heck typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Heck 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. Heck. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Does Dr. Heck accept my insurance?
Dr. Heck accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Heck accept in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Heck in Asheville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Heck's office located?
What is Dr. Heck's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Heck's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538121306.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heck?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Heck
What is Dr. Jeffrey Heck's specialty?
Dr. Heck is a Family Medicine Specialist near Asheville, NC.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Jeffrey Heck affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Heck is affiliated with Mission 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jeffrey Heck accepting new patients in Asheville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Heck is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jeffrey Heck offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Heck's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jeffrey Heck?
Please contact Dr. Heck's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jeffrey Heck have?
Dr. Jeffrey Heck is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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121 Hendersonville Rd
Asheville, NC 28803