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Dr. Joel Auerbach, MD

Dr. Joel Auerbach, MD

Pediatrician

Encino, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Auerbach, Pediatrician in Encino, CA?

    Dr. Joel Auerbach, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Encino, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Auerbach graduated from University of California and completed his residency at La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Auerbach is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Auerbach’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Auerbach’s office at (818) 461-9690.

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

    • Residency: La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Pediatrics | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca | University of California

    Is Dr. Auerbach board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Joel Auerbach, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Auerbach speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Auerbach 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. Auerbach. 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:

    • 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)
    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Eye Disease
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Annual eye checkup
    • Vision screening, no issues
    • Eye health exam, all clear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Auerbach 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. Auerbach. 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:

    • Hearing Screening Test
    • Hearing Tests for Adults
    • Pure Tone Air Screening
    • Basic Hearing Test
    • Audiometry Screening
    • Adult Hearing Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 92551: Screening test, pure tone, air only

    Also known as:

    • Vision Screening
    • Visual Acuity Test
    • Eye Chart Test
    • Bilateral Vision Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 99173: Screening test of visual acuity, quantitative, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Pulse Oximetry
    • Oxygen Saturation Test
    • Oximeter Reading
    • Blood Oxygen Level Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination

    Does Dr. Auerbach accept my insurance?

    Dr. Auerbach accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 461-9690 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Auerbach accept in Encino, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Territories

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Spectrum

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Auerbach's office located?

    Dr. Joel Auerbach's Primary Practice

    5353 Balboa Blvd Ste 200

    Encino, CA 91316

    (818) 461-9690

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    Recognitions

    Awards

    Southern California Super Doctors

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

    Dr. Auerbach's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083794143.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Auerbach?

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

    What is Dr. Joel Auerbach's specialty?

    Dr. Auerbach is a Pediatrician near Encino, 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. Joel Auerbach affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Auerbach is affiliated with Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana 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

    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. Joel Auerbach accepting new patients in Encino, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Joel Auerbach is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joel Auerbach offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Auerbach's office at (818) 461-9690 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joel Auerbach?

    Please contact Dr. Auerbach's office at (818) 461-9690 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Auerbach's office located?

    Dr. Auerbach's office is located in Encino, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joel Auerbach have?

    Dr. Joel Auerbach is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.