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Dr. Lorna Paz, MD

Dr. Lorna Paz, MD

Pediatrician

Brentwood, CA

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Paz, Pediatrician in Brentwood, CA?

    Dr. Lorna Paz, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Brentwood, CA. She has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Paz completed her residency at Howard Univ Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Paz is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Paz’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Paz’s office at (925) 308-8113.

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

    • Residency: Howard Univ Hosp, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: Manila Central University, Coll of Med, Caloocan City

    Is Dr. Paz board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Lorna Paz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Paz speak?

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

    • English
    • Tagalog

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Paz 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. Paz. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    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:

    • Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Eye Disease
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Annual eye checkup
    • Vision screening, no issues
    • Eye health exam, all clear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Paz 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. Paz. 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:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions

    Does Dr. Paz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Paz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 308-8113 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Paz accept in Brentwood, CA?

    Dr. Paz in Brentwood, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Contra Costa

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicaid

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Paz's office located?

    Dr. Lorna Paz's Primary Practice

    2400 Balfour Rd Ste 229

    Brentwood, CA 94513

    (925) 308-8113

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

    Dr. Paz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992739049.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Paz?

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

    What is Dr. Lorna Paz's specialty?

    Dr. Paz is a Pediatrician near Brentwood, CA.

    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. Lorna Paz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Paz is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, Sutter Delta 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 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. Lorna Paz accepting new patients in Brentwood, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Lorna Paz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lorna Paz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Paz's office at (925) 308-8113 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lorna Paz?

    Please contact Dr. Paz's office at (925) 308-8113 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Paz's office located?

    Dr. Paz's office is located in Brentwood, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lorna Paz have?

    Dr. Lorna Paz is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.