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Who is Dr. Long, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Christina Long, DO is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Long is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Long’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Long’s office.
Is Dr. Long board certified as a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Christina Long, DO is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Long speak?
Dr. Long and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Long typically treat?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Long 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. Long. 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:
- Low Birth Weight Newborn
- Low Birth Weight Baby
- Birth Weight
- LBW newborn
- Small baby
- Baby born 2000-2499 grams
- LBW baby
- Small baby at birth
- Underweight newborn
- Baby born 1000-1249 grams
- Baby born 1250-1499 grams
ICD-10 Codes:
- P0718: Other low birth weight newborn, 2000-2499 grams
- P0717: Other low birth weight newborn, 1750-1999 grams
- P0714: Other low birth weight newborn, 1000-1249 grams
- P0716: Other low birth weight newborn, 1500-1749 grams
- P0715: Other low birth weight newborn, 1250-1499 grams
Also known as:
- Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD)
- Bronchial Disorder
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Chronic Lung Disease of Infancy
- BPD in Newborns
- Baby Lung Development Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- P271: Bronchopulmonary dysplasia originating in the perinatal period
Also known as:
- Respiratory Failure
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
What procedures does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Long typically perform?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christina Long 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. Long's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Long accept my insurance?
Dr. Long 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. Long accept in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Long in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Community Health Network of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
Trusteed Plans Service Corporation (TPSC)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
WVP Health Authority
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Where is Dr. Long's office located?
What is Dr. Long's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Long's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285899849.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Long?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Long
What is Dr. Christina Long's specialty?
Dr. Long is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near Tacoma, WA.
What does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies.
Is this Dr. Christina Long affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Long is affiliated with Uw Medical Center - Montlake, Valley Medical Center, Overlake Hospital 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 Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine 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 Christina Long accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?
Yes, Dr. Christina Long is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christina Long offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Long's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christina Long?
Please contact Dr. Long's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christina Long have?
Dr. Christina Long is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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