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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ghanim, Pediatrician in El Cajon, CA?
Dr. Alana Ghanim, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in El Cajon, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ghanim is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ghanim’s office at (619) 401-0404.
What languages does Dr. Ghanim speak?
Dr. Ghanim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Ghanim typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Ghanim 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. Ghanim. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- 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:
- Other Eating and Drinking Problems
- Unusual food cravings
- Difficulty swallowing
- Changes in appetite
ICD-10 Codes:
- R638: Other symptoms and signs concerning food and fluid intake
Also known as:
- High Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Hypertriglyceridemia
- Elevated triglycerides
- High blood fats
ICD-10 Codes:
- E781: Pure hyperglyceridemia
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Preventive Fluoride Treatment
- Fluoride application
- Dental fluoride treatment
- Prophylactic fluoride
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z293: Encounter for prophylactic fluoride administration
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Ghanim typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Alana Ghanim may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Ghanim's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ghanim accept my insurance?
Dr. Ghanim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 401-0404 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ghanim accept in El Cajon, CA?
Dr. Ghanim in El Cajon, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Community Health Group
Heritage Health
Molina Healthcare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ghanim's office located?
Dr. Alana Ghanim's Primary Practice
133 W Main St Ste 100
El Cajon, CA 92020
(619) 401-0404
What is Dr. Ghanim's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ghanim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487233938.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ghanim?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ghanim
What is Dr. Alana Ghanim's specialty?
Dr. Ghanim is a Pediatrician near El Cajon, 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 this Dr. Alana Ghanim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ghanim is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Alana Ghanim accepting new patients in El Cajon, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alana Ghanim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alana Ghanim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ghanim's office at (619) 401-0404 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alana Ghanim?
Please contact Dr. Ghanim's office at (619) 401-0404 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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