Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Scarfo, Pediatrician in Lincoln, RI?
Dr. Carla Scarfo, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Lincoln, RI. She is board certified. Dr. Scarfo graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and completed her residency at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children. Dr. Scarfo is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Scarfo’s office at (401) 793-8484.
Where did Dr. Scarfo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St. Christopher's Hospital for Children
Medical School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University
Is Dr. Scarfo board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Carla Scarfo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Scarfo speak?
Dr. Scarfo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Scarfo typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Scarfo 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. Scarfo. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
- Contaminant Exposure Screening
- Health Screening
- Blood Disorder Check
- Immune System Check-up
- Hematologic Screening
- Toxic Exposure Screening
- Environmental Toxin Check
- Pollutant Exposure Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
- Z1388: Encounter for screening for disorder due to exposure to contaminants
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Scarfo typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Carla Scarfo 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. Scarfo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Scarfo accept my insurance?
Dr. Scarfo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 793-8484 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Scarfo accept in Lincoln, RI?
Dr. Scarfo in Lincoln, RI 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
Federal government of the United States
Mass General Brigham
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
The Health Plan of West Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Scarfo's office located?
Dr. Carla Scarfo's Primary Practice
1 Commerce St Ste 100
Lincoln, RI 02865
(401) 793-8484
Ratings & Reviews
1.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Patients give Dr. Carla Scarfo a Poor overall experience rating of 1 out of 5 stars. Dr. Scarfo has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Scarfo, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Scarfo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Scarfo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942477740.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scarfo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Scarfo
What is Dr. Carla Scarfo's specialty?
Dr. Scarfo is a Pediatrician near Lincoln, RI.
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. Carla Scarfo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Scarfo is affiliated with The Miriam Hospital, Rhode Island Hospital, 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
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Is Carla Scarfo accepting new patients in Lincoln, RI?
Yes, Dr. Carla Scarfo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carla Scarfo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Scarfo's office at (401) 793-8484 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carla Scarfo?
Please contact Dr. Scarfo's office at (401) 793-8484 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Carla Scarfo have?
Dr. Carla Scarfo is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.
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