Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Garcia, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in Van Nuys, CA?
Dr. Firmo Garcia, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Van Nuys, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Garcia graduated from University Of The East College Of Medicine, Philippines and completed his residency at Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Pediatrics. Dr. Garcia is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garcia’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garcia’s office at (818) 902-2978.
Where did Dr. Garcia go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Pediatrics | Chas R Drew University Med and Science | Charles R Drew University of Medicine and Science
Medical School: University Of The East College Of Medicine, Philippines
What languages does Dr. Garcia speak?
Dr. Garcia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Tagalog
What conditions does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Garcia typically treat?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Garcia 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. Garcia. 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:
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Head Cold
- Nasal Congestion
- Upper Respiratory Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]
What procedures does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Garcia typically perform?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Firmo Garcia 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. Garcia's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Garcia accept my insurance?
Dr. Garcia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 902-2978 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Garcia accept in Van Nuys, CA?
Dr. Garcia in Van Nuys, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
L.A. Care Health Plan
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
Preferred IPA
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Garcia's office located?
What is Dr. Garcia's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Garcia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255423141.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garcia?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garcia
What is Dr. Firmo Garcia's specialty?
Dr. Garcia is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near Van Nuys, CA.
What does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies.
Is this Dr. Firmo Garcia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Garcia is affiliated with Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center, Adventist Health Glendale, Los Angeles General Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center 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 Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Firmo Garcia accepting new patients in Van Nuys, CA?
Yes, Dr. Firmo Garcia is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Firmo Garcia offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Garcia's office at (818) 902-2978 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Firmo Garcia?
Please contact Dr. Garcia's office at (818) 902-2978 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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