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Dr. Anita Rao

Pediatrician

Galveston, TX

    Who is Dr. Rao, Pediatrician in Galveston, TX?

    Dr. Anita Rao is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Galveston, TX. Dr. Rao is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rao’s office at (409) 772-3680.

    What languages does Dr. Rao speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Rao 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. Rao. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    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:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
    • H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

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

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Anita Rao may include:

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

    Does Dr. Rao accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Rao's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Rao's office located?

    Dr. Anita Rao's Primary Practice

    6416 Broadway St

    Galveston, TX 77551

    (409) 772-3680

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

    Dr. Rao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437578002.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rao?

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

    What is Dr. Anita Rao's specialty?

    Dr. Rao is a Pediatrician near Galveston, TX.

    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. Anita Rao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Rao 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. Anita Rao accepting new patients in Galveston, TX?

    No, Dr. Anita Rao is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Anita Rao offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rao's office at (409) 772-3680 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Anita Rao?

    Please contact Dr. Rao's office at (409) 772-3680 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Rao's office located?

    Dr. Rao's office is located in Galveston, TX.