18 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Asuncion-Tapalla, Pediatrician in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Christine Asuncion-Tapalla, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Asuncion-Tapalla graduated from University of the Philippines Manila College of Medicine. Dr. Asuncion-Tapalla is fluent in English, Filipino; Pilipino, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Asuncion-Tapalla’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Asuncion-Tapalla’s office at (916) 681-1130.
Where did Dr. Asuncion-Tapalla go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of the Philippines Manila College of Medicine
Is Dr. Asuncion-Tapalla board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Christine Asuncion-Tapalla, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Asuncion-Tapalla speak?
Dr. Asuncion-Tapalla and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Filipino; Pilipino
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Asuncion-Tapalla typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Asuncion-Tapalla 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. Asuncion-Tapalla. 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 here.
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:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Asuncion-Tapalla typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Christine Asuncion-Tapalla 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
Please contact Dr. Asuncion-Tapalla's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Asuncion-Tapalla accept my insurance?
Dr. Asuncion-Tapalla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 681-1130 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Asuncion-Tapalla accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Asuncion-Tapalla in Sacramento, 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of California
UMR Administered Payer
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Asuncion-Tapalla's office located?
Dr. Christine Asuncion-Tapalla's Primary Practice
7501 Hospital Dr Ste 203
Sacramento, CA 95823
(916) 681-1130
What is Dr. Asuncion-Tapalla's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Asuncion-Tapalla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760559041.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Asuncion-Tapalla?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Asuncion-Tapalla
What is Dr. Christine Asuncion-Tapalla's specialty?
Dr. Asuncion-Tapalla is a Pediatrician near Sacramento, CA.
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 this Dr. Christine Asuncion-Tapalla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Asuncion-Tapalla is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South Sacramento Medical Center, Uc Davis 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
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 Christine Asuncion-Tapalla accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christine Asuncion-Tapalla is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christine Asuncion-Tapalla offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Asuncion-Tapalla's office at (916) 681-1130 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christine Asuncion-Tapalla?
Please contact Dr. Asuncion-Tapalla's office at (916) 681-1130 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christine Asuncion-Tapalla have?
Dr. Christine Asuncion-Tapalla is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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