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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Purifoy, Pediatrician in Southgate, MI?
Dr. Jerald Purifoy, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Southgate, MI with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Purifoy graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at Duke Univ Med Ctr, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine; Wm Beaumont Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Purifoy is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Purifoy’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Purifoy’s office at (734) 246-8100.
Where did Dr. Purifoy go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Duke Univ Med Ctr, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine; Wm Beaumont Hosp, Pediatrics
Medical School: University of Michigan Medical School
Is Dr. Purifoy board certified in Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Jerald Purifoy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Purifoy speak?
Dr. Purifoy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does Dr. Purifoy treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Purifoy 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. Purifoy. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
- Health Checkup
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
- Newborn Exam
- Infant Checkup
- Post-Birth Checkup
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
- Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
- Health Checkup
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
- Early infant health exam
- First week baby checkup
- Post-delivery newborn exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
- Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat Due to Other Germs
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
- Acute pharyngitis from specific organisms
- Bacterial sore throat
- Infectious pharyngitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
- J028: Acute pharyngitis due to other specified organisms
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
- ADD
- Inattentive ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
- F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
Also known as:
- Sudden Airway Spasm
- Bronchial Disorder
- Acute airway constriction
- Bronchial spasm
- Sudden narrowing of airways
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9801: Acute bronchospasm
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Head Cold
- Nasal Congestion
- Upper Respiratory Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]
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:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Slow Transit Constipation
- Constipation
- Chronic Constipation
- Sluggish Bowel
- Colonic Inertia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5901: Slow transit constipation
Also known as:
- Expressive Language Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Language Production Disorder
- Verbal Expression Difficulty
- Speech Output Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F801: Expressive language disorder
Also known as:
- Behavioral Changes
- Mental Disorder
- Changes in behavior
- Unusual appearance
- Behavioral symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4689: Other symptoms and signs involving appearance and behavior
Also known as:
- Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Childhood obesity
- Pediatric high BMI
- Overweight child BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age
Which procedures does Dr. Purifoy perform as a Pediatrician?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Jerald Purifoy may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Purifoy's office.
Does Dr. Purifoy accept my insurance?
Dr. Purifoy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (734) 246-8100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Purifoy accept in Southgate, MI?
Dr. Purifoy in Southgate, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Alliance Plan (HAP)
McLaren Health Plan
Molina
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Michigan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Purifoy's office located?
Dr. Jerald Purifoy's Primary Practice
15777 Northline Rd Ste 203
Southgate, MI 48195
(734) 246-8100
What is Dr. Purifoy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Purifoy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902979495.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Purifoy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Purifoy
What is Dr. Jerald Purifoy's specialty?
Dr. Purifoy is a Pediatrician near Southgate, MI. 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. Purifoy to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jerald Purifoy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Purifoy is affiliated with Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital 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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Is Jerald Purifoy accepting new patients in Southgate, MI?
Yes, Dr. Jerald Purifoy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jerald Purifoy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Purifoy's office at (734) 246-8100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jerald Purifoy?
Please contact Dr. Purifoy's office at (734) 246-8100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jerald Purifoy have?
Dr. Jerald Purifoy is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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