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Dr. Lara Wheeler, MD

Pediatrician

Franklin, NH

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wheeler, Pediatrician in Franklin, NH?

    Dr. Lara Wheeler, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Franklin, NH with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Wheeler graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School and completed her residency at Univ Of Ct Sch Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Wheeler is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wheeler’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wheeler’s office at (603) 924-7101.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Ct Sch Of Med, Pediatrics | University of Connecticut Program A

    • Medical School: Eastern Virginia Medical School

    Is Dr. Wheeler board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Lara Wheeler, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Wheeler speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Wheeler 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. Wheeler. 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)
    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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

    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:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Early infant health exam
    • First week baby checkup
    • Post-delivery newborn exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

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

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Lara Wheeler may include:

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

    Does Dr. Wheeler accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wheeler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (603) 924-7101 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wheeler accept in Franklin, NH?

    Dr. Wheeler in Franklin, NH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BMC Health System

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Independence Health Group

    • Point32Health

    • The Health Plan of West Virginia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wheeler's office located?

    Dr. Lara Wheeler's Primary Practice

    841 Central St # 101

    Franklin, NH 03235

    (603) 924-7101

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    Dr. Lara Wheeler's Practice 2

    454 Old Street Rd Ste 106

    Peterborough, NH 03458

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

    Dr. Wheeler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699734558.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wheeler?

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

    What is Dr. Lara Wheeler's specialty?

    Dr. Wheeler is a Pediatrician near Franklin, NH.

    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. Lara Wheeler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wheeler is affiliated with New London Hospital, Concord Hospital – Laconia, Concord Hospital, Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Cheshire Medical Center, Speare Memorial 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

    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. Lara Wheeler accepting new patients in Franklin, NH?

    Yes, Dr. Lara Wheeler is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lara Wheeler offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wheeler's office at (603) 924-7101 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lara Wheeler?

    Please contact Dr. Wheeler's office at (603) 924-7101 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wheeler's office located?

    Dr. Wheeler's offices are located in Franklin, NH and Peterborough, NH.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lara Wheeler have?

    Dr. Lara Wheeler is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.