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Dr. Christopher Patestos, MD

Toms River, NJ

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Patestos, Pediatrician in Toms River, NJ?

    Dr. Christopher Patestos, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Toms River, NJ. He has been practicing for over 23 years. Dr. Patestos graduated from University of Medicineicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johnson Medicine. Dr. Patestos is fluent in English, Greek, Modern (1453-), and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patestos’s office at (732) 255-7553.

    Where did Dr. Patestos go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of Medicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johns | University of Medicineicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johnson Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Patestos speak?

    Dr. Patestos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Greek, Modern (1453-)

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Patestos treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Patestos 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. Patestos. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
    • Newborn Exam
    • Infant Checkup
    • Post-Birth Checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
    • Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Head Cold
    • Nasal Congestion
    • Upper Respiratory Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat Due to Other Germs
    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis from specific organisms
    • Bacterial sore throat
    • Infectious pharyngitis
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J028: Acute pharyngitis due to other specified organisms
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
    • H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
    • H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear

    Also known as:

    • Wheezing
    • Breathing Problems
    • Whistling breath
    • Wheezy breathing
    • Asthmatic breathing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R062: Wheezing

    Also known as:

    • Croup
    • Throat Disorder
    • Acute Laryngitis
    • Laryngotracheobronchitis
    • Barking Cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Birth Weight Newborn
    • Birth Weight
    • LBW newborn
    • Small baby
    • Underweight baby at birth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P0710: Other low birth weight newborn, unspecified weight

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Eye Infection
    • Sore Eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H109: Unspecified conjunctivitis

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADHD
    • ADD
    • Hyperactivity Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Bronchiole infection
    • Acute lung inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Patestos perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Patestos may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Patestos' office.

    Does Dr. Patestos accept my insurance?

    Dr. Patestos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 255-7553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Patestos accept in Toms River, NJ?

    Dr. Patestos in Toms River, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Advocate Health Care

    • Aither Health

    • All Other Third Party

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • Continental Benefits

    • EmblemHealth

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • Other TPA

    • Total Plan Concepts

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    Where is Dr. Patestos' office located?

    Dr. Christopher Patestos' Primary Practice

    1314 Hooper Ave Ste 12

    Toms River, NJ 08753

    (732) 255-7553

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    What is Dr. Patestos's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Patestos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780672832.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Patestos?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Patestos

    What is Dr. Christopher Patestos's specialty?

    Dr. Patestos is a Pediatrician near Toms River, NJ. 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. Contact Dr. Patestos to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Christopher Patestos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Patestos is affiliated with Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

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    Is Christopher Patestos accepting new patients in Toms River, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Patestos is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Patestos offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Patestos's office at (732) 255-7553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Patestos?

    Please contact Dr. Patestos's office at (732) 255-7553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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