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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Scharf, Pediatrician in Quincy, MA?
Dr. Laura Scharf, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Quincy, MA. She is board certified. Dr. Scharf graduated from University of Florida College of Medicine and completed her residency at New England Med Ctr Hosps, Pediatrics. Dr. Scharf is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Scharf’s office.
Where did Dr. Scharf go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: New England Med Ctr Hosps, Pediatrics | Tufts Medical Center (New England) Program
Medical School: University of Fl Coll of Med, Gainesville | University of Florida College of Medicine
Is Dr. Scharf board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Laura Scharf, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Scharf speak?
Dr. Scharf and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Scharf typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Scharf 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. Scharf. 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:
- 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:
- Sore Throat
- Strep Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Suspected Exposure to Other Biological Agents Ruled Out
- Other biohazard exposure cleared
- No other biological agent exposure found
- Other bioweapon exposure ruled out
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z03818: Encounter for observation for suspected exposure to other biological agents ruled out
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Scharf typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Laura Scharf 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. Scharf's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Scharf accept my insurance?
Dr. Scharf 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. Scharf accept in Quincy, MA?
Dr. Scharf in Quincy, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Mass General Brigham
Network Health
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Scharf's office located?
What is Dr. Scharf's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Scharf's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245221019.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scharf?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Scharf
What is Dr. Laura Scharf's specialty?
Dr. Scharf is a Pediatrician near Quincy, MA.
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. Laura Scharf affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Scharf is affiliated with Boston Medical Center, Tufts Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Laura Scharf accepting new patients in Quincy, MA?
Yes, Dr. Laura Scharf is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laura Scharf offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Scharf's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laura Scharf?
Please contact Dr. Scharf's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Laura Scharf have?
Dr. Laura Scharf is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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191 Independence Ave
Quincy, MA 02169