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Who is Dr. Ancona, Pediatrician in Gales Ferry, CT?
Dr. John Ancona, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Gales Ferry, CT with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ancona graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Naval Medical Center (Portsmouth) Program. Dr. Ancona is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ancona’s office at (860) 464-7248.
Where did Dr. Ancona go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Naval Medical Center (Portsmouth) Program
Medical School: Tufts University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Ancona board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. John Ancona, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Ancona speak?
Dr. Ancona and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Ancona typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Ancona 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. Ancona. 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:
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- TBI
- Head Trauma
- Brain Concussion
- Cerebral Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S06890A: Other specified intracranial injury without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Ancona typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. John Ancona 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. Ancona's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ancona accept my insurance?
Dr. Ancona accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 464-7248 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ancona accept in Gales Ferry, CT?
Dr. Ancona in Gales Ferry, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealth Group
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What is Dr. Ancona's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ancona's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548359060.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ancona?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ancona
What is Dr. John Ancona's specialty?
Dr. Ancona is a Pediatrician near Gales Ferry, CT.
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 this Dr. John Ancona affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ancona is affiliated with William W. Backus Hospital, Smilow Cancer Hospital At Yale New Haven 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 John Ancona accepting new patients in Gales Ferry, CT?
Yes, Dr. John Ancona is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Ancona offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ancona's office at (860) 464-7248 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Ancona?
Please contact Dr. Ancona's office at (860) 464-7248 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Ancona have?
Dr. John Ancona is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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