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Who is Dr. Head, Pediatrician in West Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Shaughn Head, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in West Sacramento, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Head is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Head’s office at (916) 454-2345.
What languages does Dr. Head speak?
Dr. Head and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Head typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Head 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. Head. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Normal BMI for child
- Child healthy weight
- Pediatric normal weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age
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:
- Overweight Child
- Body Weight
- Childhood Overweight
- Pediatric Overweight
- High BMI in Children
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6853: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 85th percentile to less than 95th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Childhood obesity
- Pediatric high BMI
- Overweight child BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Head typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Shaughn Head 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. Head's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Head accept my insurance?
Dr. Head accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 454-2345 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Head accept in West Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Head in West Sacramento, 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Head's office located?
Dr. Shaughn Head's Primary Practice
155 15th St Ste A
West Sacramento, CA 95691
(916) 454-2345
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Shaughn Head?
Dr. Head has appointments available at his West Sacramento, CA office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Head's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Head's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548723091.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Head?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Head
What is Dr. Shaughn Head's specialty?
Dr. Head is a Pediatrician near West Sacramento, 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. Shaughn Head affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Head 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 Shaughn Head accepting new patients in West Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Shaughn Head is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shaughn Head offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Head, or call (916) 454-2345 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Shaughn Head?
Please contact Dr. Head's office at (916) 454-2345 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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