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Dr. Sheila Galvin, MD

Pediatric Emergency Specialist, Emergency Medicine Specialist

Lawrence, MA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Galvin, Pediatric Emergency Specialist in Lawrence, MA?

    Dr. Sheila Galvin, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, who primarily practices in Lawrence, MA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Galvin is fluent in English, Russian, Spanish, Ukrainian, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Galvin’s office at (978) 250-4081.

    Is Dr. Galvin board certified as a Pediatric Emergency Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Sheila Galvin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Galvin speak?

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

    • English
    • Russian
    • Spanish
    • Ukrainian
    • Vietnamese

    What conditions does a Pediatric Emergency Specialist like Dr. Galvin typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, Dr. Galvin 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. Galvin. 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:

    • 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatric Emergency Specialist like Dr. Galvin typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, Dr. Galvin performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Galvin. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Does Dr. Galvin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Galvin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (978) 250-4081 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Galvin accept in Lawrence, MA?

    Dr. Galvin in Lawrence, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • BMC Health System

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • The Health Plan of West Virginia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Galvin's office located?

    Andrea Sullivan-Director Of Managed Care Dept

    1 General St

    Lawrence, MA 01841

    (978) 250-4081

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    Dr. Sheila Galvin's Practice 2

    4 Meeting House Rd Ste 1

    Chelmsford, MA 01824

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

    Dr. Galvin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851376784.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Galvin?

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

    What is Dr. Sheila Galvin's specialty?

    Dr. Galvin is a Pediatric Emergency Specialist near Lawrence, MA.

    What does a Pediatric Emergency Specialist do?

    Pediatric Emergency Medicine is a clinical subspecialty dedicated to the care of acutely ill or injured children in the emergency department setting.

    Is Dr. Sheila Galvin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Galvin is affiliated with Lowell General Hospital, Emerson Health, Tufts Medical Center, Southern New Hampshire 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 Pediatric Emergency Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Emergency Specialist. 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 Dr. Sheila Galvin accepting new patients in Lawrence, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Sheila Galvin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sheila Galvin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Galvin's office at (978) 250-4081 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sheila Galvin?

    Please contact Dr. Galvin's office at (978) 250-4081 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Galvin's office located?

    Dr. Galvin's offices are located in Lawrence, MA and Chelmsford, MA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sheila Galvin have?

    Dr. Sheila Galvin is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.