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Dr. Katherine Fullerton, MD

Pediatrician

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fullerton, Pediatrician in New York, NY?

    Dr. Katherine Fullerton, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Fullerton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fullerton’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fullerton’s office at (202) 302-4985.

    Is Dr. Fullerton board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Katherine Fullerton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Fullerton speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Fullerton 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. Fullerton. 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:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, 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:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Bronchiole infection
    • Acute lung inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Croup
    • Throat Disorder
    • Acute Laryngitis
    • Laryngotracheobronchitis
    • Barking Cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

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

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Katherine Fullerton may include:

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

    Does Dr. Fullerton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fullerton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 302-4985 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fullerton accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Fullerton in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Johns Hopkins Health System

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • MedStar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Fullerton's office located?

    Dr. Katherine Fullerton's Primary Practice

    1 E 27th St

    New York, NY 10016

    (202) 302-4985

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    First Avenue And 27th Street

    Bellevue Hospital Center

    New York, NY 10016

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

    Dr. Fullerton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063589109.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fullerton?

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

    What is Dr. Katherine Fullerton's specialty?

    Dr. Fullerton is a Pediatrician near New York, 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. Katherine Fullerton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fullerton is affiliated with Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Alexandria Hospital, Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center, Vhc Health - Virginia Hospital 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 Dr. Katherine Fullerton accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Katherine Fullerton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Katherine Fullerton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fullerton's office at (202) 302-4985 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Katherine Fullerton?

    Please contact Dr. Fullerton's office at (202) 302-4985 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Fullerton's office located?

    Dr. Fullerton's office is located in New York, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Katherine Fullerton have?

    Dr. Katherine Fullerton is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.