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45 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pakdi, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in Reading, PA?
Dr. Pearl Pakdi, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Reading, PA. She has been practicing for over 45 years. Dr. Pakdi graduated from Chulalongkorn University Faculty of Medicine and completed her residency at SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn Program. Dr. Pakdi is fluent in English, Hindi, and Thai, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pakdi’s office at (610) 378-2000.
Where did Dr. Pakdi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn Program
Medical School: Faculty of Medicine At Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok | Chulalongkorn University Faculty of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pakdi speak?
Dr. Pakdi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Thai
What conditions does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pakdi typically treat?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pakdi 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. Pakdi. 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:
- Slow Feeding in Newborns
- Common Infant and Newborn Problems
- Infant and Newborn Nutrition
- Infant slow eating
- Baby taking long to feed
- Newborn feeding difficulties
ICD-10 Codes:
- P922: Slow feeding of newborn
Also known as:
- Newborn Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Lung Disease
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Infant Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Hyaline Membrane Disease
- Neonatal Respiratory Distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- P220: Respiratory distress syndrome of newborn
Also known as:
- Newborn Low Blood Sugar
- Hypoglycemia
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Neonatal Hypoglycemia
- Infant Low Blood Sugar
- Low Glucose in Newborns
ICD-10 Codes:
- P704: Other neonatal hypoglycemia
Also known as:
- Transient Rapid Breathing in Newborns
- Lung Disease
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Temporary fast breathing in infants
- Wet lung syndrome in newborns
- Transient tachypnea of newborn
ICD-10 Codes:
- P221: Transient tachypnea of newborn
Also known as:
- Premature Baby
- Premature Babies
- Preterm infant
- Early baby
- Preemie
ICD-10 Codes:
- P0737: Preterm newborn, gestational age 34 completed weeks
Also known as:
- Male Circumcision
- Circumcision
- Foreskin removal
- Routine circumcision
- Ritual circumcision
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z412: Encounter for routine and ritual male circumcision
What procedures does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pakdi typically perform?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Pearl Pakdi 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. Pakdi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pakdi accept my insurance?
Dr. Pakdi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (610) 378-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pakdi accept in Reading, PA?
Dr. Pakdi in Reading, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Capital Blue Cross
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Risant Health
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Pakdi's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Pakdi affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Pakdi has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Pakdi's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pakdi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083729321.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pakdi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pakdi
What is Dr. Pearl Pakdi's specialty?
Dr. Pakdi is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near Reading, PA.
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 Dr. Pearl Pakdi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pakdi is affiliated with Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center, Wynn Hospital 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
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Is Dr. Pearl Pakdi accepting new patients in Reading, PA?
Yes, Dr. Pearl Pakdi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pearl Pakdi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pakdi's office at (610) 378-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Pearl Pakdi?
Please contact Dr. Pakdi's office at (610) 378-2000 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Pakdi's office located?
Dr. Pakdi's office is located in Reading, PA.
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