Steven G. Heintz, MD
Family Medicine Physician
Specialties
Family Medicine - Primary Care
General information
Gender:
Male
Language:
Interpreter Services Available,
English
Accepting New Patients
UVM Medical Group
Offers Video Visits
Experience
Education & Training
Residency
The Robert Larner MD College of Medicine at The University of Vermont - Family Medicine
Doctor of Medicine
University at Buffalo State University of New York
Bachelor of Arts/Artium Baccalaureus
University at Buffalo State University of New York - Anthropology
Board Certifications
American Board of Family Medicine - Family Medicine
Professional Affiliations
- American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP)
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My Locations
Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital
159 Margaret Street
Suite 100
Plattsburgh, NY 12901-1874
Insurance Accepted
Please see below for all insurers contracted with the University of Vermont Health. Inclusion in this list does not guarantee participation of your specific insurance plan or coverage of your planned service. For behavioral health services, coverage may differ from medical benefits — even if your insurance plan is accepted. All patients are encouraged to contact their insurer to confirm coverage before scheduling.
Family Medicine Center, Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital
- Aetna
- Aither (formerly Resolve) / St. Regis Mohawk Tribal Health (Medicare)
- Anthem (formerly Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield)
- Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
- Capital District Physicians' Healthcare Network (CDPHN)
- Carelon (formerly Beacon) (excludes Commercial HMO, Medicare Advantage, and Managed Medicaid)
- CHAMPVA
- Cigna (as part of MVP Strategic Alliance)
- Cigna UVMH Medical Plan
- Coventry Health Care / First Health
- Emblem Health - GHI Family Health
- Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Fidelis (New York Quality Healthcare Corporation) (excludes NY Health Benefit Exchange products)
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care (excludes NH Health Benefit Exchange, Medicare Advantage, and Managed Medicaid)
- Highmark Northeastern New York (Highmark NENY) (formerly BSNENY)
- Humana / Choice Care Network
- MagnaCare
- Managed Physical Network (MPN)
- Medicaid (VT and NY)*
- Medicare*
- Multiplan / Private HealthCare Systems (PHCS) / Beech Street
- MVP
- Three Rivers Provider Network
- TriCare for Life – Skilled Nursing Facility
- TriCare Humana Military (excludes Humana Behavioral Health)
- TriCare Martin's Point Health Care (excludes Behavioral Health)
- United Behavioral Health/Optum
- United HealthCare
- United HealthCare – The Empire Plan
- Veteran's Administration Community Care Network (VA CCN) (United HealthCare)
- Workers' Comp (NY and VT)
*Not every provider type is eligible to enroll with Government Payers. Please consult your provider’s office prior to visit for confirmation.
Last updated: 5/28/2026
Patient Ratings & Comments
Most Recent Comments
June 23, 2026
Good experience. Dr. Heintz talks to me and makes me feel at ease. I trust him 100%.
4. He always takes care medication.
June 13, 2026
Dr. Heintz and are the best I've ever had
June 11, 2026
Doctor Heintz is great to work with, listens to some concerns I had, and made sure I was comfortable with his advise.
June 9, 2026
Dr Heintz is the best
May 29, 2026
Dr. Heintz is the best Dr. around!
May 22, 2026
Dr Heintz is an Angel !! He is caring , kind and compassionate!! I truly trust him with my life in his hands !! I would be lost with out his guidance and help . Definitely the most wonderful dr I have ever met in my almost 55 years of life . He's a keeper !!!!!
May 16, 2026
Dr Heintz is an amazing person! Knowledgeable, explains things well, and makes me feel like we are partners in my health care. He discusses concerns and gives guidance, but ultimately lets me decide what would work best for me and my lifestyle and what I can manage to work on safely.
May 13, 2026
Dr. Heintz truly cares about his patients.
April 21, 2026
Dr. Heintz listens to your concerns and then makes the decision for your care and explains extremely well and lay people can understand.
April 14, 2026
My doctor was very good
April 1, 2026
ALWAYS GOOD TO TALK TO DR HEINTZ
March 27, 2026
He showed me anatomical charts and explained possible cause of my leg pain.
March 17, 2026
He's a great doctor Spends time listens to the patient provides great advice and follow up
March 17, 2026
Dr. Heintz is always very caring and understanding. Explains everything so I understand.
March 14, 2026
Couldn't ask for better continuous care.
March 2, 2026
I like Dr. Heintz.
January 31, 2026
The best
January 23, 2026
Dr. Heintz excels in each and every one of the eight primary care provider traits listed here.
January 23, 2026
ALWAYS TAKE THE TIME TO DISCUSS MY CONCERNS.. IS NOT A HURRY UP AN GO OFFICE IS ALWAYS FRIENDLY AND REALLY TAKES THE TIME TO TALK TO YOU
January 20, 2026
I feel so fortunate to have Dr. Heintz as my primary physician. He is wise, easy to talk with, good at explaining what's happening with my health and sensible in his approach to testing and treatment.