Summary

Dr. Javier Herrera treats bowel obstruction, biliary colic, and acute cholecystitis, and performs laparoscopy, appendectomy, and hernia repair surgery. He practices surgery and has 34 years of experience, with an affiliation at St. Vincent's Medical Center Southside.

Board-certified in surgery by the American Board of Surgery, Dr. Herrera earned his medical degree from the University of Miami School of Medicine and completed residency training in general surgery at Naval Medical Center San Diego and Washington Hospital Center. He sees patients in Edmonds, Washington. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Herrera 4.8 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 34 years of experience
  • 41 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, General Surgery; Washington Hosp Ctr, General Surgery
  • 46 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Swedish Surgical Specialists - Edmonds

21616 76th Ave W Ste 201AEdmonds, WA 98026
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

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34 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Edmonds , WABellevue , WASeattle , WASeattle , WA
Med School: University of Miami Sch of Med, Miami Fl Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Javier Herrera

  • Aetna
  • American Healthcare Alliance
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Plan of Washington
  • First Choice Health
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • Group Health Cooperative - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Moda Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • Providence Health Plans
  • Regence BlueShield
  • Regence BlueShield of Idaho
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellcare
  • WPS Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Javier Herrera has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Javier Herrera has the following area of expertise

  • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Surgery (Cholecystectomy)

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

Javier Herrera holds an active medical license in the state of Washington. They are board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Washington that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Naval Med Ctr-San Diego, General Surgery; Washington Hosp Ctr, General Surgery, Naval Medical Center (Portsmouth) Program, Washington Hospital Center in 1993, and Naval Hospital Of San Diego in 1993.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Miami Sch of Med, Miami Fl in 1992 and University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine in 1992.

NPI Number

Javier Herrera's NPI number is 1851359467.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Javier Herrera speak?
Javier Herrera speaks English.
Which hospitals is Javier Herrera affiliated with?
Javier Herrera is affiliated with St Vincent's Medical Center Southside.
Does Javier Herrera accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Javier Herrera accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Javier Herrera accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Javier Herrera has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Javier Herrera?
You can find contact information for Javier Herrera here on Vitals.

Data Sources

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  • State medical licensing boards
  • Board certification bodies (such as ABMS)
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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