Summary

Dr. Michael Heter is a family medicine physician who completed his medical education at SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and his residency training at Mid Hudson Family Health Institute. With 46 years of experience practicing medicine, he brings extensive knowledge to caring for patients of all ages. Dr. Heter is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse communities effectively.

Dr. Heter practices at multiple locations across North Carolina and Virginia, including Fayetteville and Fredericksburg. He specializes in treating common conditions such as sore throat, upper respiratory infections, and COVID-19. His expertise includes performing diagnostic tests like flu screenings, COVID-19 testing, and rapid strep tests to help patients receive timely and accurate care. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.5
  • 46 years of experience
  • 44 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Mid Hudson Family Health Institute
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Dr. Michael Allen Heter has 5 locations

Nextcare Urgent Care Fayetteville

217 Glensford DrFayetteville, NC 28314
Mon8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 8:30 pm
Sat8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sun8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Nextcare Urgent Care Fredericksburg

15 S Gateway Dr Ste 101Fredericksburg, VA 22406
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
Sat8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sun8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Mary Washington Hospital

1001 Sam Perry BlvdFredericksburg, VA 22401

Cape Fear Valley Medical Center

1638 Owen DrFayetteville, NC 28304

Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center

4600 Spotsylvania PkwyFredericksburg, VA 22408

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46 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi, Gujarati, Urdu
Fayetteville , NCHouston , TXBoca Raton , FLLawrenceville , GA
Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael Allen Heter

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AmeriHealth
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Bright Health
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Corvel - Workers’ Compensation
  • Friday Health Plans
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthTeam Advantage
  • HealthTeam Advantage - PPO
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Integra - Workers’ Compensation
  • IU Health Plans (Indiana University Health)
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • Magellan Health
  • Magellan Health - DSNP
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC - Workers’ Compensation
  • The Hartford - Workers’ Compensation
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tricare
  • Trillium Community Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare
  • Zenith - Workers’ Compensation

Medical Specialties

Dr. Michael Allen Heter has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michael Allen Heter has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

Dr. Michael Allen Heter holds an active medical license in the states of North Carolina and Virginia.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of North Carolina that expires in 2026 and an active medical license in the state of Virginia that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Mid Hudson Family Health Institute.

Medical School

Graduated from Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine in 1980.

NPI Number

Dr. Heter's NPI number is 1891898052.

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Dr. Michael Allen Heter speaks English and Spanish.
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