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Dr. Violeta Lizano, MD

Scranton, PA

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Lizano, Pediatrician in Scranton, PA?

    Dr. Violeta Lizano, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Scranton, PA. She has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Lizano graduated from Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos Facultad de Medicina San Fernando and completed her residency at U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, Pediatrics. Dr. Lizano is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lizano’s office at (570) 961-0171.

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

    • Residency: U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, Pediatrics | SUNY Upstate Medical University Program

    • Medical School: University Nac Mayor De San Marcos- Prog Acad De Med Humana- Lima- Peru | Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos Facultad de Medicina San Fernando

    Is Dr. Lizano board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Violeta Lizano, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Lizano speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Lizano treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Lizano 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. Lizano. 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:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J302: Other seasonal allergic rhinitis

    Also known as:

    • Nearsightedness
    • Refractive Errors
    • Myopia
    • Difficulty Seeing Far Away
    • Blurry Distance Vision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H5213: Myopia, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5081: Fever presenting with conditions classified elsewhere

    Also known as:

    • Obesity from Excess Calories
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Diet-Related Obesity
    • Common Obesity
    • Nutritional Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Global Language Disorder
    • Understanding and Speaking Disorder
    • Combined Language Impairment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    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:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic 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:

    • Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Occasional Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attacks
    • Infrequent Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Which procedures does Dr. Lizano perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Violeta Lizano may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lizano's office.

    Does Dr. Lizano accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lizano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 961-0171 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lizano accept in Scranton, PA?

    Dr. Lizano in Scranton, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

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    Where is Dr. Lizano's office located?

    Dr. Violeta Lizano's Primary Practice

    201 Smallacombe Dr

    Scranton, PA 18508

    (570) 961-0171

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

    Dr. Lizano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164583613.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lizano?

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

    What is Dr. Violeta Lizano's specialty?

    Dr. Lizano is a Pediatrician near Scranton, PA. 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. Lizano to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Violeta Lizano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Lizano 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 Violeta Lizano accepting new patients in Scranton, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Violeta Lizano is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Violeta Lizano offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lizano's office at (570) 961-0171 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Violeta Lizano?

    Please contact Dr. Lizano's office at (570) 961-0171 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Violeta Lizano have?

    Dr. Violeta Lizano is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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