49 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pennisi, Pediatrician in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Alfred Pennisi, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 49 years and is board certified. Dr. Pennisi graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Pennisi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pennisi’s office at (310) 825-9346.
Where did Dr. Pennisi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Pediatrics | USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny | SUNY Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine
Is Dr. Pennisi board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Alfred Pennisi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Pennisi speak?
Dr. Pennisi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Pennisi typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Pennisi 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. Pennisi. 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:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Obesity
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- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism
- Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Pennisi typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Pennisi performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Pennisi. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Pennisi accept my insurance?
Dr. Pennisi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 825-9346 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pennisi accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Pennisi in Los Angeles, 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
Care N' Care Insurance Company
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
L.A. Care Health Plan
Molina
Preferred IPA
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Pennisi's office located?
What is Dr. Pennisi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pennisi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356444855.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pennisi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pennisi
What is Dr. Alfred Pennisi's specialty?
Dr. Pennisi is a Pediatrician near Los Angeles, 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. Alfred Pennisi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pennisi is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Los Angeles General Medical Center, Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center, Pih Health Good Samaritan Hospital 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 Alfred Pennisi accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alfred Pennisi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alfred Pennisi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pennisi's office at (310) 825-9346 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alfred Pennisi?
Please contact Dr. Pennisi's office at (310) 825-9346 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alfred Pennisi have?
Dr. Alfred Pennisi is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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