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Dr. Carlos Hidalgo-Cestero, MD

Dr. Carlos Hidalgo-Cestero, MD

Pediatrician

Tarpon Springs, FL

41 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Hidalgo-Cestero, Pediatrician in Tarpon Springs, FL?

    Dr. Carlos Hidalgo-Cestero, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Tarpon Springs, FL. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. Dr. Hidalgo-Cestero completed his residency at New York Medial College. Dr. Hidalgo-Cestero is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hidalgo-Cestero’s office at (727) 772-5982.

    Where did Dr. Hidalgo-Cestero go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: New York Medial College

    Is Dr. Hidalgo-Cestero board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Carlos Hidalgo-Cestero, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics since 1985

    What languages does Dr. Hidalgo-Cestero speak?

    Dr. Hidalgo-Cestero and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Hidalgo-Cestero typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Hidalgo-Cestero 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. Hidalgo-Cestero. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Normal BMI for child
    • Child healthy weight
    • Pediatric normal weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Other Viral Infection
    • Viral Infection
    • Uncommon Viral Diseases
    • Rare Viral Infections
    • Miscellaneous Viral Illnesses

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B338: Other specified viral diseases

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Hidalgo-Cestero typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Carlos Hidalgo-Cestero may include:

    Please contact Dr. Hidalgo-Cestero's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Hidalgo-Cestero accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hidalgo-Cestero accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (727) 772-5982 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hidalgo-Cestero accept in Tarpon Springs, FL?

    Dr. Hidalgo-Cestero in Tarpon Springs, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Oscar Health

    • Other TPA

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hidalgo-Cestero's office located?

    Dr. Carlos Hidalgo-Cestero's Primary Practice

    1007 E Boyer St

    Tarpon Springs, FL 34689

    (727) 772-5982

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    What hospitals are Dr. Hidalgo-Cestero affiliated with?

    Dr. Hidalgo-Cestero has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Mease Dunedin Hospital,Dunedin, FL

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

    Dr. Hidalgo-Cestero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154407393.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hidalgo-Cestero?

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

    What is Dr. Carlos Hidalgo-Cestero's specialty?

    Dr. Hidalgo-Cestero is a Pediatrician near Tarpon Springs, FL.

    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. Carlos Hidalgo-Cestero affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Hidalgo-Cestero is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Mease Dunedin Hospital. 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

    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 Dr. Carlos Hidalgo-Cestero accepting new patients in Tarpon Springs, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Carlos Hidalgo-Cestero is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Carlos Hidalgo-Cestero offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hidalgo-Cestero's office at (727) 772-5982 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Carlos Hidalgo-Cestero?

    Please contact Dr. Hidalgo-Cestero's office at (727) 772-5982 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hidalgo-Cestero's office located?

    Dr. Hidalgo-Cestero's office is located in Tarpon Springs, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Carlos Hidalgo-Cestero have?

    Dr. Carlos Hidalgo-Cestero is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.