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Dr. Kathy Messina, MD

Pediatrician

Garden City, NY

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Messina, Pediatrician in Garden City, NY?

    Dr. Kathy Messina, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Garden City, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Messina completed her residency at Winthrop-University Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Messina is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Messina’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Messina’s office at (516) 222-0893.

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

    • Residency: Winthrop-University Hosp, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny

    Is Dr. Messina board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Kathy Messina, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Messina speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Messina 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. Messina. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    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:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

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

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Kathy Messina may include:

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

    Does Dr. Messina accept my insurance?

    Dr. Messina accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 222-0893 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Messina accept in Garden City, NY?

    Dr. Messina in Garden City, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Messina's office located?

    Dr. Kathy Messina's Primary Practice

    19 West Rd

    Garden City, NY 11530

    (516) 222-0893

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    Dr. Kathy Messina's Practice 2

    100 Manetto Hill Rd Ste 302

    Plainview, NY 11803

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    Dr. Kathy Messina's Practice 3

    1101 Stewart Ave Ste 306

    Garden City, NY 11530

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

    Dr. Messina's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730268350.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Messina?

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

    What is Dr. Kathy Messina's specialty?

    Dr. Messina is a Pediatrician near Garden City, NY.

    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. Kathy Messina affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Messina is affiliated with Good Samaritan University Hospital - West Islip, Ny, Good Samaritan Hospital - Vincennes, In 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 Dr. Kathy Messina accepting new patients in Garden City, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Kathy Messina is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kathy Messina offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Messina's office at (516) 222-0893 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kathy Messina?

    Please contact Dr. Messina's office at (516) 222-0893 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Messina's office located?

    Dr. Messina's offices are located in Garden City, NY and Plainview, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kathy Messina have?

    Dr. Kathy Messina is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.