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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gelfand, Pediatrician in Alamosa, CO?
Dr. Karen Gelfand, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Alamosa, CO with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Gelfand is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gelfand’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gelfand’s office at (505) 609-6700.
Where did Dr. Gelfand go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Perelman School of Medicine University of Pennsylvania
What languages does Dr. Gelfand speak?
Dr. Gelfand and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Gelfand treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Gelfand 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. Gelfand. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- 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:
- Global Developmental Delay Screening
- Health Screening
- Comprehensive Developmental Screening
- Milestone Delay Screening
- Overall Child Development Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1342: Encounter for screening for global developmental delays (milestones)
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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Autism Screening
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Screening
- ASD Screening
- Autism Spectrum Disorder Test
- Early Autism Detection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1341: Encounter for autism screening
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- HLHS
- Underdeveloped Left Heart
- Complex Congenital Heart Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
Also known as:
- Shaken Baby Syndrome
- Child Abuse
- Abusive head trauma (infant)
- Non-accidental head injury (infant)
- Infant shaking injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- T744XXS: Shaken infant syndrome, sequela
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
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:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Which procedures does Dr. Gelfand perform as a Pediatrician?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Karen Gelfand 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gelfand's office.
Does Dr. Gelfand accept my insurance?
Dr. Gelfand accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 609-6700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gelfand accept in Alamosa, CO?
Dr. Gelfand in Alamosa, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Colorado Access
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
State of Colorado
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gelfand's office located?
What is Dr. Gelfand's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gelfand's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437243862.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gelfand?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gelfand
What is Dr. Karen Gelfand's specialty?
Dr. Gelfand is a Pediatrician near Alamosa, CO. 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. Gelfand to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Karen Gelfand affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gelfand is affiliated with San Luis Valley Health Regional Medical Center 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 Karen Gelfand accepting new patients in Alamosa, CO?
Yes, Dr. Karen Gelfand is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Gelfand offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gelfand's office at (505) 609-6700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Gelfand?
Please contact Dr. Gelfand's office at (505) 609-6700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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