Overview
Dr. Richard Heater, M.D. is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Heater graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas and completed his residency at Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, General Surgery; Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Heater is fluent in English, Castilian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heater’s practice accepts Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), Cigna, Humana Health, Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heater’s office at (916) 732-3000.Medical Specialties and Areas of Expertise
Orthopedic Surgeon
Education & Training
Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, General Surgery; Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year (Residency)
U.C. Davis Medical Center (Residency)
UC Irvine Medical Center (Residency)
Other Degree - University Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia
Medical Degree - Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas
Board Certifications
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Languages
Castilian
Spanish
Medical Conditions Treated
conditions treated by an Orthopedic Surgeon, like Dr. Richard Heater, may include:
Please contact Dr. Heater's office for more information or to schedule a consultation.
Medical Procedures Performed
procedures performed by an Orthopedic Surgeon, like Dr. Richard Heater, may include:
Allograft Reconstruction, Ankle Second Opinion, Arthrodesis, Arthropathy, Arthroscopy, Cartilage Transplantation, Casting and Splinting, Deformity Correction (Post Trauma), Diskectomy / Discectomy, Elbow Replacement Surgery, Elbow Surgery, Fingers Reconstruction, Hand and Wrist Reconstruction, Hand Surgery, Head and Neck Reconstruction, Hip and Knee Surgery Consultation, Hip and Knee Surgery Follow Up, Hip arthroscopy, Hip Replacement Surgery, Hip Surgery, Independent Medical Exam (Orthopedic), Joint Contracture Release, Knee arthroscopy, Knee Replacement Surgery, Knee Surgery, Kyphoplasty, Laminectomy, Ligament Reconstruction, Limb Lengthening and Realignment, Limb Reconstruction, Musculoskeletal Surgery, Nail Cement Spacer Reconstruction, Open Reduction and Internal Fixation Surgery, Orthopedic Brace, Orthopedic Consultation, Orthopedic Consultation (Ankle), Orthopedic Consultation (Spine), Orthopedic Follow Up, Orthopedic Follow Up (Ankle), Orthopedic Follow Up (Spine), Orthopedic Reconstruction Consultation, Orthopedic Reconstruction Follow Up, Orthopedic Second Opinion, Orthopedic Trauma, Orthopedic Trauma Follow Up, Osteotomy, Partial Knee Replacement, Prosthetics, Reverse Shoulder Replacement, Revisional Hip Replacement Surgery, Revisional Knee Replacement Surgery, Shoulder Reconstructive Surgery Consultation, Shoulder Reconstructive Surgery Follow up, Spinal Cord Minimally Invasive Surgery, Spinal Cord Reconstructive Surgery, Spinal Cord Second Opinion, Spinal Cord Stimulator Implantation Consultation, Spinal Cord Surgery, Spinal Cord Surgery Consultation, Spinal Cord Tumor, Spinal Infusions, Spine Immobilization, Spine Specialist Consultation, Spine Specialist Follow Up, Total Hip Replacement, Total Knee Replacement, Total Shoulder Replacement, Vertebroplasty and Viscosupplementation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Heater's office.
Insurances
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
Cigna
Humana Health
Medicaid
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Locations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Richard Heater accepting new patients?
Yes, Richard Heater is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Richard Heater offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Heater's office at (916) 732-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
Does Richard Heater offer telehealth appointments?
Please contact Dr. Heater's office at (916) 732-3000 for information telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which language(s) does Richard Heater speak?
Richard Heater speaks English, Castilian and Spanish.
Which board certifications does Richard Heater have?
Richard Heater is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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