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Dr. Michael Usem, MD

Dr. Michael Usem, MD

Pediatrician

Oakland, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Usem, Pediatrician in Oakland, CA?

    Dr. Michael Usem, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Usem graduated from University of Minnesota Med School and completed his residency at Childrens Hosp-Oakland, Pediatrics. Dr. Usem is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Usem’s office at (510) 433-1040.

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

    • Residency: Childrens Hosp-Oakland, Pediatrics | Children's Hospital & Research Center Oakland | Children's Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn | University of Minnesota Med School

    Is Dr. Usem board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Usem, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Usem speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Usem typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Usem 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. Usem. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    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

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Usem typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Usem may include:

    Please contact Dr. Usem's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Usem accept my insurance?

    Dr. Usem accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 433-1040 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Usem accept in Oakland, CA?

    Dr. Usem in Oakland, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Community Health Network of Washington

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Usem's office located?

    Dr. Michael Usem's Primary Practice

    3300 Webster St Ste 1202

    Oakland, CA 94609

    (510) 433-1040

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    What hospitals are Dr. Usem affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Usem has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Ucsf Benioff Childrens Hospitals - Oakland,Oakland, CA

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

    Dr. Usem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427154103.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Usem?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Usem's specialty?

    Dr. Usem is a Pediatrician near Oakland, 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 Dr. Michael Usem affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Usem is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Valleycare 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

    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 Dr. Michael Usem accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Usem is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Usem offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Usem's office at (510) 433-1040 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Usem?

    Please contact Dr. Usem's office at (510) 433-1040 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Usem's office located?

    Dr. Usem's office is located in Oakland, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Usem have?

    Dr. Michael Usem is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.