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Dr. Jose Ponce Rios, MD
Phoenix, AZ
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ponce Rios, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Jose Ponce Rios, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ. Dr. Ponce Rios graduated from University of Puerto Rico, School of Medicine. Dr. Ponce Rios is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ponce Rios’s office at (602) 546-1900.
Where did Dr. Ponce Rios go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Puerto Rico, School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ponce Rios speak?
Dr. Ponce Rios and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ponce Rios typically treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ponce Rios 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. Ponce Rios. 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:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
What procedures does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ponce Rios typically perform?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Jose Ponce Rios may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Ponce Rios' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ponce Rios accept my insurance?
Dr. Ponce Rios accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 546-1900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ponce Rios accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Ponce Rios in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Fallon Health
Mass General Brigham
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ponce Rios' office located?
What is Dr. Ponce Rios's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ponce Rios's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154556496.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ponce Rios?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ponce Rios
What is Dr. Jose Ponce Rios's specialty?
Dr. Ponce Rios is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near Phoenix, AZ.
What does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes.
Is this Dr. Jose Ponce Rios affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ponce Rios is affiliated with Lowell General Hospital 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 Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jose Ponce Rios accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Jose Ponce Rios is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jose Ponce Rios offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ponce Rios's office at (602) 546-1900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jose Ponce Rios?
Please contact Dr. Ponce Rios's office at (602) 546-1900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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