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Dr. Luz Torres, MD

Pediatrician

Brandon, FL

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Torres, Pediatrician in Brandon, FL?

    Dr. Luz Torres, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Brandon, FL. Dr. Torres completed her residency at Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Pediatrics; Driscoll Children'S Hosp, Pediatrics; Hosp Episcopal San Lucas, Pediatrics. Dr. Torres is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Torres’s office at (813) 349-7900.

    Where did Dr. Torres go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Pediatrics; Driscoll Children'S Hosp, Pediatrics; Hosp Episcopal San Lucas, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: Ponce Sch of Med, Ponce Pr

    What languages does Dr. Torres speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Torres typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Torres 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. Torres. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6690: Otitis media, unspecified, unspecified ear

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Torres typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Luz Torres may include:

    Please contact Dr. Torres' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Torres accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Torres' office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Torres' office located?

    Dr. Luz Torres' Primary Practice

    313 S Lakewood Dr

    Brandon, FL 33511

    (813) 349-7900

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

    Dr. Torres's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265548200.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Torres?

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

    What is Dr. Luz Torres's specialty?

    Dr. Torres is a Pediatrician near Brandon, FL.

    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 Dr. Luz Torres affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Torres is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Dr. Luz Torres accepting new patients in Brandon, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Luz Torres is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Luz Torres offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Torres' office at (813) 349-7900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Luz Torres?

    Please contact Dr. Torres' office at (813) 349-7900 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Torres' office located?

    Dr. Torres' office is located in Brandon, FL.