Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dirusso, Pediatrician in Wheat Ridge, CO?
Dr. Lori Dirusso, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Wheat Ridge, CO with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Dirusso graduated from Northeast Ohio Medical University and completed her residency at Childrens Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Dirusso is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dirusso’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dirusso’s office at (303) 338-4545.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Dirusso?
Dr. Lori Dirusso, 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. Dirusso empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Wheat Ridge, CO community, Dr. Dirusso is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Dirusso go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Childrens Hosp, Pediatrics | Nationwide Children's Hospital/Doctors Hospital Program
Medical School: Northeast Ohio Medical University
What languages does Dr. Dirusso speak?
Dr. Dirusso and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Dirusso typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Dirusso 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. Dirusso. 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:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle disease
- Muscle weakness
- Myopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G729: Myopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism
- Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Down Syndrome
- Trisomy 21
- Mongolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q909: Down syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Developmental Speech and Language Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Childhood Language Delay
- Global Speech Delay
- Unspecified Communication Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F809: Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Difficulty Swallowing in Pharynx
- Throat Swallowing Difficulty
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1313: Dysphagia, pharyngeal phase
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Dirusso typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Lori Dirusso 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. Dirusso's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Dirusso accept my insurance?
Dr. Dirusso accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 338-4545 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dirusso accept in Wheat Ridge, CO?
Dr. Dirusso in Wheat Ridge, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Denver Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Not Specified
State of Colorado
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dirusso's office located?
What is Dr. Dirusso's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dirusso's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033246079.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dirusso?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dirusso
What is Dr. Lori Dirusso's specialty?
Dr. Dirusso is a Pediatrician near Wheat Ridge, CO.
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. Lori Dirusso affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dirusso is affiliated with Hca Healthone Presbyterian St. Luke’s 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
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Is Lori Dirusso accepting new patients in Wheat Ridge, CO?
Yes, Dr. Lori Dirusso is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lori Dirusso offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dirusso's office at (303) 338-4545 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lori Dirusso?
Please contact Dr. Dirusso's office at (303) 338-4545 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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