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Dr. Rhonda Elam, MD

Pediatrician

Louisville, KY

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Elam, Pediatrician in Louisville, KY?

    Dr. Rhonda Elam, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY. She has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Elam graduated from University of Louisville School of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Elam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elam’s office at (502) 231-1144.

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

    • Residency: Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: University of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky | University of Louisville School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Elam board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Rhonda Elam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Elam speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Elam 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. Elam. 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:

    • Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Normal BMI for child
    • Child healthy weight
    • Pediatric normal weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Overweight Child
    • Body Weight
    • Childhood Overweight
    • Pediatric Overweight
    • High BMI in Children

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6853: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 85th percentile to less than 95th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Early infant health exam
    • First week baby checkup
    • Post-delivery newborn exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

    Also known as:

    • Other Specified Lung Disorder
    • Other Breathing Conditions
    • Miscellaneous Respiratory Diseases
    • Specific Lung Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J988: Other specified respiratory disorders

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Ear and Hearing Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Normal Hearing Test
    • Clear Ear Checkup
    • Routine Audiology Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0110: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Special Medical Examination
    • Specific health check
    • Detailed medical assessment
    • Special health screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

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

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Rhonda Elam may include:

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

    Does Dr. Elam accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Elam's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Elam's office located?

    Dr. Rhonda Elam's Primary Practice

    5721 Bardstown Rd

    Louisville, KY 40291

    (502) 231-1144

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

    Dr. Elam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609960665.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elam?

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

    What is Dr. Rhonda Elam's specialty?

    Dr. Elam is a Pediatrician near Louisville, KY.

    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. Rhonda Elam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Elam is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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. Rhonda Elam accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?

    Yes, Dr. Rhonda Elam is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rhonda Elam offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Elam's office at (502) 231-1144 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rhonda Elam?

    Please contact Dr. Elam's office at (502) 231-1144 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Elam's office located?

    Dr. Elam's office is located in Louisville, KY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rhonda Elam have?

    Dr. Rhonda Elam is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.