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Dr. Alison Metherell, MD

Dr. Alison Metherell, MD

Costa Mesa, CA

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Metherell, Adolescent Medicine Specialist in Costa Mesa, CA?

    Dr. Alison Metherell, MD is an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Costa Mesa, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Metherell graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Pediatrics. Dr. Metherell is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Metherell’s practice accepts Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Metherell’s office at (714) 668-2525.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Metherell?

    Dr. Alison Metherell, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Adolescent Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Metherell empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Costa Mesa/CA community, Dr. Metherell is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Pediatrics | University Of S Ca/Lac and Usc | University of Southern California Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA | USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine

    • Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La | Tulane University of Louisiana -- | Tulane Univ School of Medicine | Ross University School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Metherell board certified in Adolescent Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Alison Metherell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Metherell speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Metherell treat?

    As a Adolescent Medicine Specialist, Dr. Metherell 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. Metherell. 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:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Left Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation
    • Left Middle Ear Infection
    • Left Otitis Media
    • Left Earache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H66001: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, right ear
    • H66002: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, left ear
    • H66003: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, bilateral

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough
    • R053: Chronic cough

    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:

    • Cough Variant Asthma
    • Asthma
    • CVA
    • Asthma with Cough
    • Chronic Cough Asthma
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Asthma Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45991: Cough variant asthma
    • J45998: Other asthma

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Persistent sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bronchitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Chest cold
    • Inflammation of bronchial tubes
    • Acute bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic

    Also known as:

    • Fussy Baby
    • Common Infant and Newborn Problems
    • Irritable infant
    • Colicky baby
    • Crying baby

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6812: Fussy infant (baby)

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Croup
    • Throat Disorder
    • Acute Laryngitis
    • Laryngotracheobronchitis
    • Barking Cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Acute Conjunctivitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H1033: Unspecified acute conjunctivitis, bilateral

    Which procedures does Dr. Metherell perform as a Adolescent Medicine Specialist?

    As a Adolescent Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Alison Metherell may include:

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

    Does Dr. Metherell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Metherell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 668-2525 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Metherell accept in Costa Mesa, CA?

    Dr. Metherell in Costa Mesa, 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

    • Apex Healthcare

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Seaside Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Metherell's office located?

    Dr. Alison Metherell's Primary Practice

    1190 Baker St Ste 103

    Costa Mesa, CA 92626

    (714) 668-2525

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    Dr. Alison Metherell's Practice 2

    5400 Balboa Blvd Ste 326

    Encino, CA 91316

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

    Dr. Metherell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457433542.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Metherell?

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

    What is Dr. Alison Metherell's specialty?

    Dr. Metherell is a Adolescent Medicine Specialist near Costa Mesa, CA. Contact Dr. Metherell to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alison Metherell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Metherell is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach 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

    Where can I learn more about Adolescent Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Adolescent Medicine Specialist with 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 Alison Metherell accepting new patients in Costa Mesa, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Alison Metherell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alison Metherell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Metherell's office at (714) 668-2525 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alison Metherell?

    Please contact Dr. Metherell's office at (714) 668-2525 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alison Metherell have?

    Dr. Alison Metherell is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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