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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Friesema, Pediatrician in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Elizabeth Friesema, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA. Dr. Friesema graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin. Dr. Friesema is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Friesema’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Friesema’s office.
Where did Dr. Friesema go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Medical College of Wisconsin
What languages does Dr. Friesema speak?
Dr. Friesema and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Friesema typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Friesema diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Friesema. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
Also known as:
- Eye and Ear Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Vision Screening
- Hearing Screening
- Eye and Ear Check-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z135: Encounter for screening for eye and ear disorders
Also known as:
- Acne Vulgaris
- Acne
- Common acne
- Pimples
- Breakouts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L700: Acne vulgaris
Also known as:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Friesema typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Elizabeth Friesema may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Friesema's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Friesema accept my insurance?
Dr. Friesema accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Friesema accept in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Friesema in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Kaiser Permanente
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Where is Dr. Friesema's office located?
What is Dr. Friesema's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Friesema's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992977763.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Friesema?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Friesema
What is Dr. Elizabeth Friesema's specialty?
Dr. Friesema is a Pediatrician near Tacoma, WA.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Elizabeth Friesema affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Friesema is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Elizabeth Friesema accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Friesema is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elizabeth Friesema offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Friesema's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Friesema?
Please contact Dr. Friesema's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Connect with DR. Friesema
Community Health Care - Eastside Tanbara Clinic
1708 E 44th St
Tacoma, WA 98404