Summary

Dr. James Heckman is an orthopedic surgeon with additional training in emergency medicine who has dedicated 57 years to patient care. He earned his medical degree from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and completed his residency at the University of Virginia Health System. His extensive experience spans more than five decades of treating patients with musculoskeletal conditions and emergency medical situations. Dr. Heckman is fluent in English.

Dr. Heckman practices at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, New Hampshire. He specializes in treating joint pain, elbow discomfort, and back pain that occurs during pregnancy. His treatment approach includes physical therapy and strength training programs designed to help patients regain mobility and function. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 57 years of experience
  • 14 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Virginia Health System
  • 2 specialties
  • 26 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. James Donald Heckman has 2 locations

Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center Orthopedics

1 Medical Center Dr Ste 3ALebanon, NH 03756
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center

1 Medical Center DrLebanon, NH 03756

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Orthopedic SurgeryEmergency MedicineEmergency MedicineEmergency Medicine
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57 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience
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Speaks English
Lebanon , NHLebanon , NHLebanon , NHLebanon , NH
Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University Med School: Geisel School Of Medicine At Dartmouth Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Donald Heckman

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Health New England
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Donald Heckman has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Donald Heckman has the following 26 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Bone marrow inflammation (Osteomyelitis)
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Compartment Syndromes
  • Dislocations
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Femoral Fractures
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery
  • Internal Fracture Fixation
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Leg Fracture (Tibial Fractures)
  • Musculoskeletal Diseases
  • Open Fractures
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Pain
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery
  • Ununited Fractures
  • Wrist Fracture (Radius Fractures)

Certifications, License, & Education

57 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Virginia Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University in 1969.

NPI Number

Dr. Heckman's NPI number is 1932199130.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. James Heckman affiliated with?
Dr. James Heckman is affiliated with Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center.
Where is Dr. James Heckman's office located?
Dr. James Heckman's office is located at 1 Medical Center Dr Ste 3A, Lebanon, NH, 03756.
What languages does Dr. James Heckman speak?
Dr. James Heckman speaks English.
Is Dr. James Heckman accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. James Heckman accept my insurance?
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