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Dr. Margarita Torres, MD

Pediatrician

Tampa, FL

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Torres, Pediatrician in Tampa, FL?

    Dr. Margarita Torres, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL. She has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Torres completed her residency at Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Torres is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Torres’s office at (813) 872-8491.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: University De San Carlos, Fac De Cien Med, Guatemala

    Is Dr. Torres board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Margarita Torres, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Torres speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Torres typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Torres 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. Torres. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    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:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Throat irritation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R058: Other specified cough

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Novel Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J09X2: Influenza due to identified novel influenza A virus with other respiratory manifestations

    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:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Torres typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Margarita Torres may include:

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

    Does Dr. Torres accept my insurance?

    Dr. Torres accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 872-8491 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Torres accept in Tampa, FL?

    Dr. Torres in Tampa, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allegiance Benefit Plan Management

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • The Loomis Company

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Torres' office located?

    Dr. Margarita Torres' Primary Practice

    3222 W Azeele St

    Tampa, FL 33609

    (813) 872-8491

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    What hospitals are Dr. Torres affiliated with?

    Dr. Torres has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    St. Joseph's Hospital - Tampa,Tampa, FL

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

    Dr. Torres's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114943032.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Torres?

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

    What is Dr. Margarita Torres's specialty?

    Dr. Torres is a Pediatrician near Tampa, 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. Margarita Torres affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Torres is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: St. Joseph's Hospital - Tampa. 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. Margarita Torres accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Margarita Torres is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Margarita Torres offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Torres' office at (813) 872-8491 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Margarita Torres?

    Please contact Dr. Torres' office at (813) 872-8491 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Torres' office located?

    Dr. Torres' office is located in Tampa, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Margarita Torres have?

    Dr. Margarita Torres is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.