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Dr. Lionel Herrera, MD

Pediatrician

Pleasanton, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Herrera, Pediatrician in Pleasanton, CA?

    Dr. Lionel Herrera, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Pleasanton, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Herrera graduated from Stanford University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Children's Hospital Program. Dr. Herrera is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Herrera’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Herrera’s office at (925) 460-8444.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Herrera?

    Dr. Lionel Herrera, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Herrera empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Allergy, Asthma, Primary Care, Special Health Care Needs, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Pleasanton, CA community, Dr. Herrera is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Children's Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Stanford Univ Sch Of Med- Stanford Ca | Stanford University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Herrera board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Lionel Herrera, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Herrera speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Herrera 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. Herrera. 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:

    • Viral Infection Exposure
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Disease Contact
    • Suspected Viral Infection
    • Exposure to Viruses

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases

    Also known as:

    • Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Blood Disorder Check
    • Immune System Check-up
    • Hematologic Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bronchitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Chest cold
    • Inflammation of bronchial tubes
    • Acute bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

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

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Lionel Herrera may include:

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

    Does Dr. Herrera accept my insurance?

    Dr. Herrera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 460-8444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Herrera accept in Pleasanton, CA?

    Dr. Herrera in Pleasanton, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Herrera's office located?

    Dr. Lionel Herrera's Primary Practice

    5565 W Las Positas Blvd Ste 240

    Pleasanton, CA 94588

    (925) 460-8444

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    What hospitals are Dr. Herrera affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Herrera has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    San Ramon Regional Medical Center,San Ramon, CA

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

    Dr. Herrera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255366506.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Herrera?

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

    What is Dr. Lionel Herrera's specialty?

    Dr. Herrera is a Pediatrician near Pleasanton, CA.

    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. Lionel Herrera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Herrera is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Valleycare 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

    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. Lionel Herrera accepting new patients in Pleasanton, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Lionel Herrera is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lionel Herrera offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Herrera's office at (925) 460-8444 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lionel Herrera?

    Please contact Dr. Herrera's office at (925) 460-8444 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Herrera's office located?

    Dr. Herrera's office is located in Pleasanton, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lionel Herrera have?

    Dr. Lionel Herrera is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.