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Dr. Kerline Vassell Klaus, MD

Wallingford, CT

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vassell Klaus, Pediatrician in Wallingford, CT?

    Dr. Kerline Vassell Klaus, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Wallingford, CT with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 29 years. Dr. Vassell Klaus graduated from University of Connecticut School of Medicine and completed her residency at University of Connecticut Program A. Dr. Vassell Klaus is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vassell Klaus’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vassell Klaus’s office at (203) 271-3610.

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

    • Residency: University of Connecticut Program A

    • Medical School: University Of Ct Sch Of Medicine | University of Connecticut School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Vassell Klaus speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Vassell Klaus typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Vassell Klaus 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. Vassell Klaus. 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 here.

    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:

    • Developmental Delay Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Child Development Check
    • Developmental Milestones Screening
    • Early Intervention Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1340: Encounter for screening for unspecified developmental delays

    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:

    • 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:

    • Mental Health Screening
    • Behavioral Health Screening
    • Psychological Assessment
    • Mental Wellness Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1330: Encounter for screening examination for mental health and behavioral disorders, 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:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Vassell Klaus typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Vassell Klaus 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. Vassell Klaus. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Ear Piercing
    • Ear Lobe Piercing
    • Cartilage Piercing
    • Body Piercing (Ear)
    • Ear Hole Creation

    CPT Codes:

    • 69090: Ear piercing

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions

    Does Dr. Vassell Klaus accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vassell Klaus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 271-3610 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vassell Klaus accept in Wallingford, CT?

    Dr. Vassell Klaus in Wallingford, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Federal government of the United States

    • State of Connecticut

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Vassell Klaus' office located?

    Dr. Kerline Vassell Klaus' Primary Practice

    1062 Barnes Rd Ste 102

    Wallingford, CT 06492

    (203) 271-3610

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    Dr. Kerline Vassell Klaus' Practice 2

    288 Highland Ave Ste 6

    Cheshire, CT 06410

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    Dr. Kerline Vassell Klaus' Practice 3

    950 Yale Ave

    Wallingford, CT 06492

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

    Dr. Vassell Klaus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427134766.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vassell Klaus?

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

    What is Dr. Kerline Vassell Klaus's specialty?

    Dr. Vassell Klaus is a Pediatrician near Wallingford, CT.

    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. Kerline Vassell Klaus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vassell Klaus is affiliated with The Hospital Of Central Connecticut - New Britain General Campus, Midstate Medical Center 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

    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 Kerline Vassell Klaus accepting new patients in Wallingford, CT?

    Yes, Dr. Kerline Vassell Klaus is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kerline Vassell Klaus offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vassell Klaus's office at (203) 271-3610 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kerline Vassell Klaus?

    Please contact Dr. Vassell Klaus's office at (203) 271-3610 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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