Dr. Scott Royal, MD

Silver Spring, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Royal, Pediatrician in Silver Spring, MD?

Dr. Scott Royal, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Silver Spring, MD. Dr. Royal is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Royal’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Royal’s office at (844) 796-2797.

What languages does Dr. Royal speak?

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

English
Spanish

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

As a Pediatrician, Dr. Royal 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. Royal. 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:

Preventive Fluoride Treatment
Fluoride application
Dental fluoride treatment
Prophylactic fluoride

ICD-10 Codes:

Z293: Encounter for prophylactic fluoride administration

Also known as:

Fever
High temperature
Pyrexia
Elevated body temperature

ICD-10 Codes:

R509: Fever, unspecified

Also known as:

Moderate Risk for Cavities
Dental Health
Moderate cavity risk
Increased risk of tooth decay
Dental caries risk

ICD-10 Codes:

Z91842: Risk for dental caries, moderate

Also known as:

Cough
Coughing
Persistent cough
Chronic cough

ICD-10 Codes:

R059: Cough, unspecified

Also known as:

High Risk for Cavities
Tooth Decay
High cavity risk
Increased tooth decay risk
Prone to cavities

ICD-10 Codes:

Z91843: Risk for dental caries, high

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. Royal typically perform?

As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Scott Royal may include:

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

Does Dr. Royal accept my insurance?

Dr. Royal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (844) 796-2797 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Royal accept in Silver Spring, MD?

Dr. Royal in Silver Spring, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Services for Children With Special Needs (HSCSN)
Independence Health Group
Maryland Physicians Care
MedStar Health
Riverside Health
State of Maryland
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Royal's office located?

Dr. Scott Royal's Primary Practice

344 University Blvd W

Silver Spring, MD 20901

(844) 796-2797

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What hospitals are Dr. Royal affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Royal has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Suburban Hospital,Bethesda, MD

Ranked in 2 Specialties

Ranked in 2 Procedures

Medstar Georgetown University Hospital,Washington, DC

Childrens National Hospital,Washington, DC

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

Dr. Royal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518427848.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Royal?

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

What is Dr. Scott Royal's specialty?

Dr. Royal is a Pediatrician near Silver Spring, MD.

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. Scott Royal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Royal is affiliated with Suburban 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

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