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Dr. Sheela Rao, MD
Los Angeles, CA
17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rao, Pediatrician in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Sheela Rao, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Rao graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts and completed her residency at Henry Ford Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Rao is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rao’s office at (323) 669-2113.
Where did Dr. Rao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Henry Ford Hosp, Pediatrics
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
Is Dr. Rao board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Sheela Rao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Rao speak?
Dr. Rao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Rao typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Rao 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. Rao. 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:
- 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:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Exercise Counseling
- Fitness Coaching
- Physical Activity Guidance
- Exercise Prescription
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7182: Exercise counseling
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Rao typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Sheela Rao 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. Rao's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Rao accept my insurance?
Dr. Rao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 669-2113 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rao accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Rao 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
Care N' Care Insurance Company
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
L.A. Care Health Plan
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Rao's office located?
Dr. Sheela Rao's Primary Practice
4650 W Sunset Blvd # 76
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 669-2113
What is Dr. Rao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871698357.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rao
What is Dr. Sheela Rao's specialty?
Dr. Rao 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. Sheela Rao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rao is affiliated with Adventist Health Glendale, Adventist Health White Memorial 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
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 Sheela Rao accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sheela Rao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sheela Rao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rao's office at (323) 669-2113 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sheela Rao?
Please contact Dr. Rao's office at (323) 669-2113 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sheela Rao have?
Dr. Sheela Rao is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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