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Dr. Rachel Gagen, MD

Pediatrician

Lynchburg, VA

16 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gagen, Pediatrician in Lynchburg, VA?

    Dr. Rachel Gagen, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Lynchburg, VA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Gagen graduated from University of Virginia Medical School and completed her residency at Medical College of Georgia Program. Dr. Gagen is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gagen’s office at (434) 237-8886.

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

    • Residency: Medical College of Georgia Program

    • Medical School: University of Virginia Medical School

    Is Dr. Gagen board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Rachel Gagen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Gagen speak?

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

    • English
    • French
    • Spanish

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Gagen 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. Gagen. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, 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:

    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADHD
    • ADD
    • Hyperactivity Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

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

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Rachel Gagen may include:

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

    Does Dr. Gagen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gagen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (434) 237-8886 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gagen accept in Lynchburg, VA?

    Dr. Gagen in Lynchburg, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allegiance Benefit Plan Management

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medcost Preferred

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Gagen's office located?

    Dr. Rachel Gagen's Primary Practice

    1212 McConville Rd

    Lynchburg, VA 24502

    (434) 237-8886

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    Dr. Rachel Gagen's Practice 2

    4348 Electric Rd

    Roanoke, VA 24018

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

    Dr. Gagen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497780027.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gagen?

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

    What is Dr. Rachel Gagen's specialty?

    Dr. Gagen is a Pediatrician near Lynchburg, VA.

    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. Rachel Gagen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gagen is affiliated with Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, Uva University 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

    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. Rachel Gagen accepting new patients in Lynchburg, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Rachel Gagen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rachel Gagen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gagen's office at (434) 237-8886 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rachel Gagen?

    Please contact Dr. Gagen's office at (434) 237-8886 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gagen's office located?

    Dr. Gagen's offices are located in Lynchburg, VA and Roanoke, VA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rachel Gagen have?

    Dr. Rachel Gagen is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.