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Dr. Kara Somers, MD

Richmond, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Somers, Pediatrician in Richmond, VA?

    Dr. Kara Somers, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Richmond, VA. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Somers graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond and completed her residency at McV Pediatric Residency Program. Dr. Somers is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Somers’s office at (804) 828-2647.

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

    • Residency: McV Pediatric Residency Program

    • Medical School: Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond

    Is Dr. Somers board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Kara Somers, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Somers speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Somers treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Somers 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. Somers. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
    • Newborn Exam
    • Infant Checkup
    • Post-Birth Checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
    • Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results
    • Early infant health exam
    • First week baby checkup
    • Post-delivery newborn exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
    • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Developmental Speech and Language Disorder
    • Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
    • Other Speech Problems
    • Expressive Language Disorder
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Childhood Language Delay
    • Global Speech Delay
    • Unspecified Communication Disorder
    • Global Language Disorder
    • Understanding and Speaking Disorder
    • Combined Language Impairment
    • Unspecified speech issues
    • Speech difficulties
    • Communication problems
    • Language Production Disorder
    • Verbal Expression Difficulty
    • Speech Output Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F809: Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified
    • F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder
    • R4789: Other speech disturbances
    • F801: Expressive language disorder

    Also known as:

    • Global Developmental Delay Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Comprehensive Developmental Screening
    • Milestone Delay Screening
    • Overall Child Development Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1342: Encounter for screening for global developmental delays (milestones)

    Also known as:

    • Mental Health Screening
    • Behavioral Health Screening
    • Psychological Assessment
    • Mental Wellness Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1330: Encounter for screening examination for mental health and behavioral disorders, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Mild Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Occasional Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attacks
    • Infrequent Asthma
    • Ongoing Mild Asthma
    • Regular Mild Asthma
    • Chronic Mild Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Lack of Coordination
    • Movement Disorder
    • Clumsiness
    • Ataxia
    • Coordination Problems
    • Unsteady Movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R279: Unspecified lack of coordination

    Also known as:

    • Preventive Fluoride Treatment
    • Fluoride application
    • Dental fluoride treatment
    • Prophylactic fluoride

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z293: Encounter for prophylactic fluoride administration

    Also known as:

    • Risk for Cavities
    • Dental Health
    • Cavity risk
    • Tooth decay risk
    • Dental health assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z91849: Unspecified risk for dental caries

    Also known as:

    • Cerebral Palsy
    • CP
    • Brain paralysis
    • Childhood motor disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G809: Cerebral palsy, 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 Dr. Somers perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Somers 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. Somers. 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.

    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. Somers accept my insurance?

    Dr. Somers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (804) 828-2647 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Somers accept in Richmond, VA?

    Dr. Somers in Richmond, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

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    Where is Dr. Somers' office located?

    Dr. Kara Somers' Primary Practice

    1000 E Broad St

    Richmond, VA 23219

    (804) 828-2647

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

    Dr. Somers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174594246.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Somers?

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

    What is Dr. Kara Somers's specialty?

    Dr. Somers is a Pediatrician near Richmond, VA. 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. Contact Dr. Somers to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kara Somers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Somers is affiliated with VCU Medical Center North Hospital, Johnston-Willis 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with 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 Kara Somers accepting new patients in Richmond, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Kara Somers is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kara Somers offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Somers's office at (804) 828-2647 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kara Somers?

    Please contact Dr. Somers's office at (804) 828-2647 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kara Somers have?

    Dr. Kara Somers is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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