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Dr. Gita Sikand, MD

Dr. Gita Sikand, MD

Pediatrician

Thornton, CO

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Sikand, Pediatrician in Thornton, CO?

    Dr. Gita Sikand, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Thornton, CO. She is board certified. Dr. Sikand graduated from Butler University in Indianapolis and completed her residency at St Louis Childrens Hosp, Pediatric Hematology-Oncology; Miami Children'S Hosp, Pediatrics; Long Island Coll Hosp, Pediatrics; Long Island Coll Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Sikand is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sikand’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sikand’s office at (303) 920-9000.

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

    • Residency: St Louis Childrens Hosp, Pediatric Hematology-Oncology; Miami Children'S Hosp, Pediatrics; Long Island Coll Hosp, Pediatrics; Long Island Coll Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Long Island College Hospital | Mercy Hospital (St Louis) Program

    • Medical School: Butler University in Indianapolis

    Is Dr. Sikand board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Gita Sikand, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Sikand speak?

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

    • English
    • Hindi

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Sikand 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. Sikand. 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:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, 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. Sikand typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Sikand 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. Sikand. 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:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Does Dr. Sikand accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sikand accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 920-9000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sikand accept in Thornton, CO?

    Dr. Sikand in Thornton, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Colorado Access

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • State of Colorado

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sikand's office located?

    Dr. Gita Sikand's Primary Practice

    9141 Grant St Ste 100

    Thornton, CO 80229

    (303) 920-9000

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

    Dr. Sikand's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639288202.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sikand?

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

    What is Dr. Gita Sikand's specialty?

    Dr. Sikand is a Pediatrician near Thornton, CO.

    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. Gita Sikand affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Sikand 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. Gita Sikand accepting new patients in Thornton, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Gita Sikand is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gita Sikand offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sikand's office at (303) 920-9000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Gita Sikand?

    Please contact Dr. Sikand's office at (303) 920-9000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sikand's office located?

    Dr. Sikand's office is located in Thornton, CO.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gita Sikand have?

    Dr. Gita Sikand is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.