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Dr. Shamini Govender, MD

Santee, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Govender, Pediatrician in Santee, CA?

    Dr. Shamini Govender, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Santee, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Govender completed her residency at Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Pediatrics. Dr. Govender is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Govender’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Govender’s office at (619) 713-7880.

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

    • Residency: Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch of Med, Baltimore Md

    Is Dr. Govender board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Shamini Govender, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Govender speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Govender treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Govender 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. Govender. 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.

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Unexplained Weight Gain
    • Sudden weight gain
    • Rapid weight increase
    • Abnormal increase in weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R635: Abnormal weight gain

    Also known as:

    • Other Under-vaccinated Status
    • Other incomplete vaccination
    • Other partially vaccinated
    • Other not fully immunized

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z2839: Other underimmunization status

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Blood Disorder Check
    • Immune System Check-up
    • Hematologic Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism

    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

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Govender perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Shamini Govender may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Govender's office.

    Does Dr. Govender accept my insurance?

    Dr. Govender accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 713-7880 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Govender accept in Santee, CA?

    Dr. Govender in Santee, 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

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Hackensack Meridian Health

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • Scripps Health

    • State of Arizona

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Govender's office located?

    Dr. Shamini Govender's Primary Practice

    278 Town Center Pkwy

    Santee, CA 92071

    (619) 713-7880

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    Dr. Shamini Govender's Practice 2

    550 Washington St Ste 300

    San Diego, CA 92103

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

    Dr. Govender's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962504423.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Govender?

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

    What is Dr. Shamini Govender's specialty?

    Dr. Govender is a Pediatrician near Santee, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Govender to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Shamini Govender affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Govender is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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

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    Is Shamini Govender accepting new patients in Santee, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Shamini Govender is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shamini Govender offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Govender's office at (619) 713-7880 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Shamini Govender?

    Please contact Dr. Govender's office at (619) 713-7880 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Shamini Govender have?

    Dr. Shamini Govender is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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