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Dr. Matthew Penson, MD

Dr. Matthew Penson, MD

Pediatrician

Plantation, FL

Accepting patients
Online booking

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Penson, Pediatrician in Plantation, FL?

    Dr. Matthew Penson, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Plantation, FL. He is board certified. Dr. Penson completed his residency at Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Penson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Penson’s office at (954) 473-1101.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Fl Coll Of Med, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: University of Fl Coll of Med, Gainesville

    Is Dr. Penson board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Matthew Penson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Penson speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Penson 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. Penson. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical 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

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Penson performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Penson. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Penson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Penson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 473-1101 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Penson accept in Plantation, FL?

    Dr. Penson in Plantation, 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)

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Oscar Health

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Sentara Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Penson's office located?

    Dr. Matthew Penson's Primary Practice

    8430 W Broward Blvd Ste 300

    Plantation, FL 33324

    (954) 473-1101

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Matthew Penson?

    Dr. Penson has appointments available at his Plantation, FL office. Please select a date and time below.

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

    Dr. Penson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770655581.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Penson?

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

    What is Dr. Matthew Penson's specialty?

    Dr. Penson is a Pediatrician near Plantation, 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. Matthew Penson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Penson is affiliated with Broward Health Coral Springs, Memorial Regional Hospital, Boca Raton Regional Hospital, Hca Florida Northwest Hospital, Memorial Hospital Miramar 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

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    Is Dr. Matthew Penson accepting new patients in Plantation, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Matthew Penson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Matthew Penson offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Penson, or call (954) 473-1101 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Matthew Penson?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Penson, or call (954) 473-1101 for more information.

    Where is Dr. Penson's office located?

    Dr. Penson's office is located in Plantation, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Matthew Penson have?

    Dr. Matthew Penson is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.