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Dr. Edith Dela Cruz, MD

Dr. Edith Dela Cruz, MD

Pediatrician

Birmingham, AL

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dela Cruz, Pediatrician in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Edith Dela Cruz, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Dela Cruz completed her residency at Eastern Va Med Sch, Pediatrics. Dr. Dela Cruz is fluent in English and Filipino; Pilipino, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dela Cruz’s office at (205) 715-5910.

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

    • Residency: Eastern Va Med Sch, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: St Louis Univ- Coll Of Med- Baguio City- Benguet- Philippines

    Is Dr. Dela Cruz board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Edith Dela Cruz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Dela Cruz speak?

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

    • English
    • Filipino; Pilipino

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Dela Cruz typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Dela Cruz 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. Dela Cruz. 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:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Throat pain
    • Pharyngitis
    • Throat discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R070: Pain in throat

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Dela Cruz typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Edith Dela Cruz may include:

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

    Does Dr. Dela Cruz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dela Cruz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 715-5910 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dela Cruz accept in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Dela Cruz in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama

    • PacificSource

    • State of Alabama

    • State of Florida

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    Where is Dr. Dela Cruz's office located?

    Dr. Edith Dela Cruz's Primary Practice

    200 Beacon Pkwy W Ste 330

    Birmingham, AL 35209

    (205) 715-5910

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    Dr. Edith Dela Cruz's Practice 2

    722 Stone Ave

    Talladega, AL 35160

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    What hospitals are Dr. Dela Cruz affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Dela Cruz has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Childrens Of Alabama,Birmingham, AL
    Ascension St. Vincents St. Clair,Pell City, AL

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

    Dr. Dela Cruz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023118676.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dela Cruz?

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

    What is Dr. Edith Dela Cruz's specialty?

    Dr. Dela Cruz is a Pediatrician near Birmingham, AL.

    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. Edith Dela Cruz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dela Cruz is affiliated with Rmc Anniston 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. Edith Dela Cruz accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Edith Dela Cruz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Edith Dela Cruz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dela Cruz's office at (205) 715-5910 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Edith Dela Cruz?

    Please contact Dr. Dela Cruz's office at (205) 715-5910 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Dela Cruz's office located?

    Dr. Dela Cruz's offices are located in Birmingham, AL and Talladega, AL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Edith Dela Cruz have?

    Dr. Edith Dela Cruz is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.