Overview
Nicolas Heckenlaible is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Iowa City, Iowa.
His clinical expertise encompasses Fuchs Dystrophy, Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, and Corneal Transplant.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles.
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- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
200 Hawkins Dr, Iowa City, IA 52242
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Nicolas Heckenlaible
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Nicolas Heckenlaible?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Nicolas Heckenlaible by calling their office at 319-353-8585. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Nicolas Heckenlaible a top-rated expert for Fuchs Dystrophy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Nicolas Heckenlaible is classified as an Experienced expert for Fuchs Dystrophy, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Nicolas Heckenlaible specialize in?
While Dr. Nicolas Heckenlaible is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Fuchs Dystrophy, Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1, and Corneal Transplant. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Nicolas Heckenlaible participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Nicolas Heckenlaible has published 5 articles and abstracts on conditions like Fuchs Dystrophy. You can view a list of Dr. Nicolas Heckenlaible's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Nicolas Heckenlaible accept my insurance?
Dr. Nicolas Heckenlaible accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 319-353-8585 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Experienced
- Corneal TransplantDr. Heckenlaible isExperienced. Learn about Corneal Transplant.
- Fuchs DystrophyDr. Heckenlaible isExperienced. Learn about Fuchs Dystrophy.
- Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1Dr. Heckenlaible isExperienced. Learn about Macular Corneal Dystrophy Type 1.