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Don Heinkel, M.D.

Family Medicine Physician

NPI: 1396738761

4.5

10 · Healthgrades

4.5

10 · Sharecare

20

Years Exp.

Muscle Shoals

AL

Family Medicine

Specialty

About

Dr. Don Heinkel, MD, is a dedicated family medicine physician based in Muscle Shoals, AL. He specializes in providing comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families, addressing a wide range of medical concerns across all ages and backgrounds. His approach integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences to ensure holistic care for his patients.

With a patient rating of 4.4 out of 5 from 15 reviews, Dr. Heinkel is noted for his thoroughness and clear communication skills. Patients appreciate the time he takes to answer their questions and his friendly demeanor, which contributes to a positive experience in his practice. While feedback is predominantly positive, there are some mixed reviews that suggest areas for improvement.

Dr. Heinkel has been practicing family medicine for several years and is committed to providing quality care to his local community. While specific visit costs are not detailed, patients can expect a range that reflects typical family medicine services.

Practicing Since

Aug 2005

Gender

Male

Experience

20 years

AL Medical License

#26335

Practice Type

Group Practice

NPI Number

1396738761
Avg. Self-Pay Rate

Self-pay rates shown are averages across all procedures on file for this provider, sourced from Transparency in Coverage Act data. These are cash-pay prices — what you'd typically pay without using insurance. Actual rates may vary by procedure, location, and date of service.

I&D ISCHIORECTAL&/PERIRECTAL ABSCESS SPX

CPT: 46040professional

$4,088

RX&FITG C-LENS TECH CRNL LENS OU XCPT APHAKIA

CPT: 92314professional

$565

Cost data sourced from insurer Transparency in Coverage Act filings. Costs shown are negotiated rates and may not reflect your actual out-of-pocket cost. Learn about our data

Local Market

Alabama Low

$61

Alabama Typical

$80

Alabama High

$160

Across Alabama, a family medicine physician visit ranges from $61 to $160 with a median of $80. This is 14% below the national median of $93. Based on 237 providers with published pricing data.

There is 1 family medicine physician in Muscle Shoals and 45 across Alabama on our platform.

See full family medicine physician cost breakdown in Alabama
Patient Reviews

4.5

10 reviews

Healthgrades

4.5

10 reviews

Sharecare

Overall, patient sentiment for Dr. Don Heinkel, MD, is predominantly positive, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 based on 10 ratings. Patients appreciate his thoroughness and the time he takes to answer questions, often highlighting his ability to explain conditions and treatments clearly. The friendly demeanor of the staff and the ease of scheduling appointments also receive commendation, contributing to a generally pleasant experience in his practice. However, there are some mixed reviews regarding follow-up care, with a rating of 3.0 in that area, indicating that some patients feel there could be improvements in this aspect of his service. Additionally, while specific concerns about wait times and office cleanliness were not explicitly mentioned, the absence of ratings in these categories suggests that patients may have varying experiences. Notably, Dr. Heinkel has over 26 years of experience in family medicine and offers telehealth services, which may be appealing to potential patients seeking flexibility in their healthcare options.

Location

Address

2410 AVALON AVE

Muscle Shoals, AL 35661

Phone

2563860808
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