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Dr. Suzanne Laforte, MD

Dr. Suzanne Laforte, MD

Galveston, TX

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Laforte, Pediatrician in Galveston, TX?

    Dr. Suzanne Laforte, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Galveston, TX. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Laforte graduated from Texas A&M University and completed her residency at University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Laforte is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Laforte’s office at (409) 772-2222.

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

    • Residency: University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: Texas A&M University

    Is Dr. Laforte board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Suzanne Laforte, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Laforte speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Laforte treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Laforte 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. Laforte. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
    • Newborn Exam
    • Infant Checkup
    • Post-Birth Checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
    • Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    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:

    • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Health Checkup
    • Early infant health exam
    • First week baby checkup
    • Post-delivery newborn exam
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old
    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Jaundice
    • Jaundice
    • Neonatal Jaundice
    • Infant Jaundice
    • Physiological Jaundice

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P599: Neonatal jaundice, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Developmental Disabilities
    • Developmental Disabilities
    • Atypical psychological development
    • Unspecified developmental disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F88: Other disorders of psychological development

    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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Down Syndrome
    • Trisomy 21
    • Mongolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q909: Down syndrome, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Failure to Thrive in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Poor growth in children
    • Childhood growth problems
    • Infant growth failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6251: Failure to thrive (child)

    What procedures does Dr. Laforte perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Laforte 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. Laforte. 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.

    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:

    • 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 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. Laforte accept my insurance?

    Dr. Laforte accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (409) 772-2222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Laforte accept in Galveston, TX?

    Dr. Laforte in Galveston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Community Health Choice

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • Texas Children's Hospital

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    Where is Dr. Laforte's office located?

    Dr. Suzanne Laforte's Primary Practice

    301 University Blvd

    Galveston, TX 77555

    (409) 772-2222

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

    Dr. Laforte's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578655346.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Laforte?

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

    What is Dr. Suzanne Laforte's specialty?

    Dr. Laforte is a Pediatrician near Galveston, TX. 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. Contact Dr. Laforte to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Suzanne Laforte affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Laforte is affiliated with HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe 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

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    Is Suzanne Laforte accepting new patients in Galveston, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Suzanne Laforte is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Suzanne Laforte offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Laforte's office at (409) 772-2222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Suzanne Laforte?

    Please contact Dr. Laforte's office at (409) 772-2222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Suzanne Laforte have?

    Dr. Suzanne Laforte is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.

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