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Dr. Nieves Zaldivar, MD
Seaford, DE
48 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zaldivar, Pediatrician in Seaford, DE?
Dr. Nieves Zaldivar, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Seaford, DE with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 48 years and is board certified. Dr. Zaldivar completed her residency at Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Pediatrics; Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Pediatrics. Dr. Zaldivar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zaldivar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zaldivar’s office.
Where did Dr. Zaldivar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Pediatrics; Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Pediatrics
Is Dr. Zaldivar board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Nieves Zaldivar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Zaldivar speak?
Dr. Zaldivar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Zaldivar typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Zaldivar 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. Zaldivar. 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)
- Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
- Health Checkup
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
- Newborn Exam
- Infant Checkup
- Post-Birth Checkup
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
- Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Exercise Counseling
- Fitness Coaching
- Physical Activity Guidance
- Exercise Prescription
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7182: Exercise counseling
Also known as:
- Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Early infant health exam
- First week baby checkup
- Post-delivery newborn exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Zaldivar typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Nieves Zaldivar 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. Zaldivar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Zaldivar accept my insurance?
Dr. Zaldivar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zaldivar accept in Seaford, DE?
Dr. Zaldivar in Seaford, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of Delaware
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Zaldivar's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Zaldivar affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Zaldivar has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Tidalhealth Nanticoke,Seaford, DE
Ranked Lung Cancer Surgery
Tidalhealth Nanticoke,Seaford, DE
Ranked Lung Cancer Surgery
Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus,Dover, DE
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus,Dover, DE
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Nemours Childrens Hospital - Delaware,Wilmington, DE
Nemours Childrens Hospital - Delaware,Wilmington, DE
Bayhealth Hospital, Sussex Campus,Milford, DE
Bayhealth Hospital, Sussex Campus,Milford, DE
What is Dr. Zaldivar's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zaldivar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053558569.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zaldivar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zaldivar
What is Dr. Nieves Zaldivar's specialty?
Dr. Zaldivar is a Pediatrician near Seaford, DE.
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. Nieves Zaldivar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zaldivar is affiliated with Tidalhealth Nanticoke, Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus 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
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Is Dr. Nieves Zaldivar accepting new patients in Seaford, DE?
Yes, Dr. Nieves Zaldivar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nieves Zaldivar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zaldivar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nieves Zaldivar?
Please contact Dr. Zaldivar's office to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Zaldivar's office located?
Dr. Zaldivar's offices are located in Seaford, DE, Lewes, DE, and Georgetown, DE.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nieves Zaldivar have?
Dr. Nieves Zaldivar is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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