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Who is Dr. Usala, Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Claire Usala is a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Usala is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Usala’s office at (214) 456-6500.
What languages does Dr. Usala speak?
Dr. Usala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician like Dr. Usala typically treat?
As a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician, Dr. Usala 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. Usala. 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:
- Down Syndrome
- Trisomy 21
- Mongolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q909: Down syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Developmental Speech and Language Disorder
- Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Childhood Language Delay
- Global Speech Delay
- Unspecified Communication Disorder
- Global Language Disorder
- Understanding and Speaking Disorder
- Combined Language Impairment
ICD-10 Codes:
- F809: Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified
- F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder
Also known as:
- Child Development Problems
- Child Development
- Developmental concerns in children
- Abnormal child development
- Lack of normal development
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
Also known as:
- Other Developmental Disabilities
- Developmental Disabilities
- Atypical psychological development
- Unspecified developmental disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F88: Other disorders of psychological development
What procedures does a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician like Dr. Usala typically perform?
As a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician, Dr. Usala 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. Usala. 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
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Does Dr. Usala accept my insurance?
Dr. Usala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 456-6500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Usala accept in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Usala in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Parkland Health & Hospital System
State of Texas
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Usala's office located?
What is Dr. Usala's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Usala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679077614.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Usala?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Usala
What is Dr. Claire Usala's specialty?
Dr. Usala is a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician near Dallas, TX.
What does a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician do?
A developmental-behavioral specialist is a pediatrician with advanced training and experience focused on promoting the optimal development of children and families through research, education, clinical care, and advocacy. This physician plays a key role in preventing, diagnosing, and managing developmental challenges and problematic behaviors in children, as well as addressing family dysfunctions that may hinder children's development.
Is this Dr. Claire Usala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Usala is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Medical Center Dallas, Childrens Medical Center Plano. 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
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Is Claire Usala accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?
Yes, Dr. Claire Usala is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Claire Usala offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Usala's office at (214) 456-6500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Claire Usala?
Please contact Dr. Usala's office at (214) 456-6500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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