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Dr. Laura Waters, MD

Springfield, MO

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    Who is Dr. Waters, Pediatrician in Springfield, MO?

    Dr. Laura Waters, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Springfield, MO. She is board certified. Dr. Waters graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and completed her residency at St Louis University School of Medicine Program. Dr. Waters is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Waters’s office at (417) 820-5000.

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

    • Residency: St Louis University School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: Saint Louis University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Waters speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Waters treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Waters 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. Waters. 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:

    • 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
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Patient Refused Vaccination
    • Caregiver Refused Vaccination for Patient
    • Vaccine refusal
    • Refusal to vaccinate
    • Immunization refusal
    • Caregiver vaccine refusal
    • Parental vaccine refusal
    • Guardian refused immunization

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z2821: Immunization not carried out because of patient refusal
    • Z2882: Immunization not carried out because of caregiver refusal

    Also known as:

    • Preventive Fluoride Treatment
    • Fluoride application
    • Dental fluoride treatment
    • Prophylactic fluoride

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z293: Encounter for prophylactic fluoride administration

    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:

    • Autism Screening
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Screening
    • ASD Screening
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder Test
    • Early Autism Detection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1341: Encounter for autism screening

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Developmental Coordination Disorder
    • Developmental Disabilities
    • Dyspraxia
    • Motor Skill Disorder
    • Clumsiness Syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F82: Specific developmental disorder of motor function

    Also known as:

    • Seasonal Allergies
    • Allergy
    • Hay fever
    • Seasonal allergic rhinitis
    • Pollen allergy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J302: Other seasonal allergic rhinitis

    Also known as:

    • Male Circumcision
    • Circumcision
    • Foreskin removal
    • Routine circumcision
    • Ritual circumcision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z412: Encounter for routine and ritual male circumcision

    Also known as:

    • Retina Disorder in Premature Babies
    • Premature Babies
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Retinopathy of Prematurity
    • ROP
    • Premature Infant Eye Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35103: Retinopathy of prematurity, unspecified, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Skin Hemangioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Birthmarks
    • Strawberry mark
    • Vascular birthmark
    • Benign vascular tumor
    • Capillary hemangioma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D1801: Hemangioma of skin and subcutaneous tissue

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Jaundice
    • Jaundice
    • Neonatal Jaundice
    • Infant Jaundice
    • Physiological Jaundice

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P599: Neonatal jaundice, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    Which procedures does Dr. Waters perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Laura Waters may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Waters' office.

    Does Dr. Waters accept my insurance?

    Dr. Waters accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (417) 820-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Waters accept in Springfield, MO?

    Dr. Waters in Springfield, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

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    Where is Dr. Waters' office located?

    Dr. Laura Waters' Primary Practice

    4331 S Fremont Ave

    Springfield, MO 65804

    (417) 820-5000

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

    Dr. Waters's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730314337.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Waters?

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

    What is Dr. Laura Waters's specialty?

    Dr. Waters is a Pediatrician near Springfield, MO. 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. Waters to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Laura Waters affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Waters is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with 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 Laura Waters accepting new patients in Springfield, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Waters is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Laura Waters offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Waters's office at (417) 820-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Laura Waters?

    Please contact Dr. Waters's office at (417) 820-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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