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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Velasco, Pediatrician in Omaha, NE?
Dr. Danita Velasco, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Omaha, NE with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Velasco is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Velasco’s practice accepts Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Velasco’s office at (402) 559-6418.
What languages does Dr. Velasco speak?
Dr. Velasco and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Velasco treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Velasco 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. Velasco. 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:
- Osteogenesis Imperfecta
- Other Specified Bone and Cartilage Growth Disorder
- Dentinogenesis imperfecta
- Birth Defects
- Brittle bone disease
- OI
- Fragile bones
- Specific skeletal dysplasias
- Various bone growth defects
- Rare osteochondrodysplasias
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q780: Osteogenesis imperfecta
- Q788: Other specified osteochondrodysplasias
Also known as:
- Achondroplasia
- Dwarfism
- Hypochondroplasia
- Short-Limb Dwarfism
- ACH
- Bone Growth Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q774: Achondroplasia
Also known as:
- Other Genetic Syndrome
- Multiple Birth Defects
- Bone and Cartilage Growth Disorder
- Other Birth Defects Causing Short Stature
- Birth Defects
- Rare Birth Defect Syndromes
- Uncommon Congenital Syndromes
- Complex congenital anomalies
- Multiple congenital anomalies
- Syndromic birth defects
- Skeletal dysplasia
- Congenital bone growth defect
- Dwarfism
- Rare Short Stature Syndromes
- Uncommon Dwarfism
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q8789: Other specified congenital malformation syndromes, not elsewhere classified
- Q897: Multiple congenital malformations, not elsewhere classified
- Q789: Osteochondrodysplasia, unspecified
- Q8719: Other congenital malformation syndromes predominantly associated with short stature
Also known as:
- Familial Hypophosphatemia
- Phosphorus Metabolism Disorder
- Metabolic Disorder
- Hereditary hypophosphatemic rickets
- Hereditary Hypophosphatemic Rickets
- Low Phosphate Disorder
- Phosphate Metabolism Disorders
- Phosphorus Imbalance
- Abnormal Phosphorus Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8331: Familial hypophosphatemia
- E8339: Other disorders of phosphorus metabolism
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Cleft Palate
- Cleft Palate with Unilateral Cleft Lip
- Cleft Lip and Palate
- Cleft Lip & Palate
- Split Palate
- Palatoschisis
- Roof of Mouth Cleft
- One-sided Cleft Lip and Palate
- Single Cleft Lip and Palate
- Unilateral Lip and Palate Cleft
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q359: Cleft palate, unspecified
- Q379: Unspecified cleft palate with unilateral cleft lip
Also known as:
- Short Stature in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Child Growth Problems
- Dwarfism
- Growth Retardation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6252: Short stature (child)
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings in Organ or Tissue Samples
- Unusual Organ Test Results
- Atypical Tissue Findings
- Abnormal Specimen Analysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R898: Other abnormal findings in specimens from other organs, systems and tissues
Also known as:
- Chromosomal Abnormality
- 22q11.2 Deletion Syndrome
- Genetic Disorder
- 22q11.2 deletion syndrome
- Genetic Chromosome Disorder
- Chromosome Problem
- Aneuploidy
- Velo-Cardio-Facial Syndrome
- DiGeorge Syndrome
- Catch 22 Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q999: Chromosomal abnormality, unspecified
- Q9381: Velo-cardio-facial syndrome
Also known as:
- Child Development Problems
- Child Development
- Developmental concerns in children
- Abnormal child development
- Lack of normal development
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood
Also known as:
- Morquio A Syndrome
- Carbohydrate Metabolism Disorder
- Mucopolysaccharidosis type IV
- MPS IVA
- Morquio syndrome type A
- N-acetylgalactosamine-6-sulfatase deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E76210: Morquio A mucopolysaccharidoses
Also known as:
- Other Genetic and Chromosomal Screening
- Genetic Testing
- Health Screening
- Additional Genetic Testing
- Advanced Chromosome Screening
- Specific Genetic Anomaly Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1379: Encounter for other screening for genetic and chromosomal anomalies
Also known as:
- Other Developmental Disabilities
- Developmental Disabilities
- Atypical psychological development
- Unspecified developmental disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F88: Other disorders of psychological development
Which procedures does Dr. Velasco perform as a Pediatrician?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Danita Velasco 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. Velasco's office.
Does Dr. Velasco accept my insurance?
Dr. Velasco accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (402) 559-6418 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Velasco accept in Omaha, NE?
Dr. Velasco in Omaha, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota
Centene
City of Beaumont (TX)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Midlands Choice (NE)
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Velasco's office located?
Dr. Danita Velasco's Primary Practice
412 S Saddle Creek Rd
Omaha, NE 68131
(402) 559-6418
What is Dr. Velasco's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Velasco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265870950.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Velasco?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Velasco
What is Dr. Danita Velasco's specialty?
Dr. Velasco is a Pediatrician near Omaha, NE. 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. Velasco to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Danita Velasco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Velasco is affiliated with Methodist Women's Hospital, CHI Health St. Elizabeth Regional Medical Center, Bryan East Campus 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 Danita Velasco accepting new patients in Omaha, NE?
Yes, Dr. Danita Velasco is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Danita Velasco offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Velasco's office at (402) 559-6418 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Danita Velasco?
Please contact Dr. Velasco's office at (402) 559-6418 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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