Dr. Steven Heddinger, MD
Des Moines, IA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Heddinger, Medical Oncologist in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Steven Heddinger, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Heddinger graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas and completed his residency at University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics. Dr. Heddinger is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heddinger’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heddinger’s office at (515) 282-2921.
Where did Dr. Heddinger go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas
What languages does Dr. Heddinger speak?
Dr. Heddinger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Heddinger treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Heddinger 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. Heddinger. 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:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Esophageal Cancer
- Esophagus Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Esophagus
- Gullet Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C155: Malignant neoplasm of lower third of esophagus
Also known as:
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal Cancer
- Kidney Tumor
- Renal Cell Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C641: Malignant neoplasm of right kidney, except renal pelvis
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
Also known as:
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- CLL
- B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphocytic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9110: Chronic lymphocytic leukemia of B-cell type not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Heddinger perform as a Medical Oncologist?
As a Medical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Steven Heddinger may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Heddinger's office.
Does Dr. Heddinger accept my insurance?
Dr. Heddinger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 282-2921 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Heddinger accept in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Heddinger in Des Moines, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Heddinger's office located?
Dr. Steven Heddinger's Primary Practice
1221 Pleasant St Ste 100
Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 282-2921
What is Dr. Heddinger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Heddinger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750344743.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heddinger?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Heddinger
What is Dr. Steven Heddinger's specialty?
Dr. Heddinger is a Medical Oncologist near Des Moines, IA. An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options. Contact Dr. Heddinger to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Steven Heddinger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Heddinger is affiliated with University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center, MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, Providence St. Patrick Hospital , Eisenhower Health Main Campus 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
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Is Steven Heddinger accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?
Yes, Dr. Steven Heddinger is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Steven Heddinger offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Heddinger's office at (515) 282-2921 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Steven Heddinger?
Please contact Dr. Heddinger's office at (515) 282-2921 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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