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Dr. Carolina Pena-Ricardo, MD

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pena-Ricardo, Pediatrician in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Carolina Pena-Ricardo, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Pena-Ricardo graduated from Universidad del Cauca Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud and completed her residency at Albert Einstein Healthcare Network Program. Dr. Pena-Ricardo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pena-Ricardo’s office at (323) 361-2534.

    Where did Dr. Pena-Ricardo go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Albert Einstein Healthcare Network Program

    • Medical School: Universidad del Cauca Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud | University of Oxford Medical Sciences

    What languages does Dr. Pena-Ricardo speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Pena-Ricardo treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Pena-Ricardo 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. Pena-Ricardo. 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:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
    • ADHD, Predominantly Hyperactive-Impulsive Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD
    • ADD
    • Inattentive ADHD
    • Hyperactive ADHD
    • Impulsive ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
    • F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
    • F901: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly hyperactive type

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Childhood Behavioral and Emotional Disorder
    • Conduct Disorder
    • Child Behavior Disorder
    • Youth Mental Health Issues
    • Adolescent Emotional Problems
    • Childhood Psychiatric Disorders
    • Childhood behavioral problems
    • Disruptive behavior disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F989: Unspecified behavioral and emotional disorders with onset usually occurring in childhood and adolescence
    • F919: Conduct disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Developmental Speech and Language Disorder
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Childhood Language Delay
    • Global Speech Delay
    • Unspecified Communication Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F809: Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Developmental Disabilities
    • Developmental Disabilities
    • Atypical psychological development
    • Unspecified developmental disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F88: Other disorders of psychological development

    Also known as:

    • Dyslexia
    • Learning Disabilities
    • Reading Disability
    • Specific Learning Disorder with Impairment in Reading
    • Reading Difficulties

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F810: Specific reading disorder

    Also known as:

    • Sleep Disorder
    • Sleep Problem
    • Sleep Disturbance
    • Trouble Sleeping

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G479: Sleep disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Mild Intellectual Disability
    • Developmental Disabilities
    • Mild Cognitive Impairment
    • Mild Developmental Delay
    • Learning Disability (Intellectual)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F70: Mild intellectual disabilities

    Also known as:

    • Intermittent Explosive Disorder
    • Mental Disorder
    • IED
    • Explosive anger disorder
    • Rage disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F6381: Intermittent explosive disorder

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder
    • Mood Disorder
    • DMDD
    • Severe Irritability Disorder
    • Childhood Mood Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F3481: Disruptive mood dysregulation disorder

    Which procedures does Dr. Pena-Ricardo perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Carolina Pena-Ricardo may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pena-Ricardo's office.

    Does Dr. Pena-Ricardo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pena-Ricardo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 361-2534 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pena-Ricardo accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Pena-Ricardo in Los Angeles, 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

    • Apex Healthcare

    • Axminster Medical Group

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • First Medical Health Plan

    • Heartland Alliance

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • University of California

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    Where is Dr. Pena-Ricardo's office located?

    Dr. Carolina Pena-Ricardo's Primary Practice

    4650 W Sunset Blvd # 76

    Los Angeles, CA 90027

    (323) 361-2534

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

    Dr. Pena-Ricardo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487887519.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pena-Ricardo?

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

    What is Dr. Carolina Pena-Ricardo's specialty?

    Dr. Pena-Ricardo is a Pediatrician near Los Angeles, 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. Pena-Ricardo to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Carolina Pena-Ricardo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pena-Ricardo is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles 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

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    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 Carolina Pena-Ricardo accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Carolina Pena-Ricardo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Carolina Pena-Ricardo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pena-Ricardo's office at (323) 361-2534 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Carolina Pena-Ricardo?

    Please contact Dr. Pena-Ricardo's office at (323) 361-2534 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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