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Dr. Tamara Watson, MD

Dr. Tamara Watson, MD

Santa Cruz, CA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Watson, Pediatrician in Santa Cruz, CA?

    Dr. Tamara Watson, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Santa Cruz, CA. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Watson completed her residency at Driscoll Children's Hospital. She is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Dr. Watson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Watson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Watson’s office at (831) 423-4111.

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

    • Residency: Driscoll Children's Hospital | Driscoll Children's Hospital

    Is Dr. Watson board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Tamara Watson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Watson speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Watson treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Watson 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. Watson. 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.

    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:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear
    • H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
    • H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Cough Variant Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma
    • CVA
    • Asthma with Cough
    • Chronic Cough Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
    • J45991: Cough variant asthma

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    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

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Exercise Counseling
    • Fitness Coaching
    • Physical Activity Guidance
    • Exercise Prescription

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7182: Exercise counseling

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Watson perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Tamara Watson may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Watson's office.

    Does Dr. Watson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Watson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 423-4111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Watson accept in Santa Cruz, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Contra Costa

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Watson's office located?

    Dr. Tamara Watson's Primary Practice

    2025 Soquel Ave

    Santa Cruz, CA 95062

    (831) 423-4111

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Academy of Pediatrics

    Member

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

    Dr. Watson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295817989.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Watson?

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

    What is Dr. Tamara Watson's specialty?

    Dr. Watson is a Pediatrician near Santa Cruz, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Watson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Tamara Watson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Watson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Kaiser Permanente - Roseville Medical Center. 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with 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 Tamara Watson accepting new patients in Santa Cruz, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Tamara Watson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tamara Watson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Watson's office at (831) 423-4111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Tamara Watson?

    Please contact Dr. Watson's office at (831) 423-4111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Tamara Watson have?

    Dr. Tamara Watson is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.

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