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Dr. Mercedes Gutierrez, MD

Pediatrician

Anaheim, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gutierrez, Pediatrician in Anaheim, CA?

    Dr. Mercedes Gutierrez, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Anaheim, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Gutierrez completed her residency at Children'S Hosp Orange Co, Pediatrics. Dr. Gutierrez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gutierrez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gutierrez’s office at (714) 279-4380.

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

    • Residency: Children'S Hosp Orange Co, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: University of Wi Med Sch, Madison Wi

    Is Dr. Gutierrez board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Mercedes Gutierrez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Gutierrez speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Gutierrez 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. Gutierrez. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    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:

    • Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
    • Special Medical Visits
    • Unusual Doctor Appointments
    • Healthcare for Unique Situations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    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:

    • Sore Throat
    • Throat pain
    • Pharyngitis
    • Throat discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R070: Pain in throat

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

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Mercedes Gutierrez may include:

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

    Does Dr. Gutierrez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gutierrez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 279-4380 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gutierrez accept in Anaheim, CA?

    Dr. Gutierrez in Anaheim, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Preferred IPA

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    Where is Dr. Gutierrez's office located?

    Dr. Mercedes Gutierrez's Primary Practice

    441 N Lakeview Ave

    Anaheim, CA 92807

    (714) 279-4380

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    Dr. Mercedes Gutierrez's Practice 2

    5 Centerpointe Dr

    La Palma, CA 90623

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

    Dr. Gutierrez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871641753.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gutierrez?

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

    What is Dr. Mercedes Gutierrez's specialty?

    Dr. Gutierrez is a Pediatrician near Anaheim, 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 Dr. Mercedes Gutierrez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gutierrez is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Riverside 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 Dr. Mercedes Gutierrez accepting new patients in Anaheim, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Mercedes Gutierrez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mercedes Gutierrez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gutierrez's office at (714) 279-4380 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Mercedes Gutierrez?

    Please contact Dr. Gutierrez's office at (714) 279-4380 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gutierrez's office located?

    Dr. Gutierrez's offices are located in Anaheim, CA and La Palma, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Mercedes Gutierrez have?

    Dr. Mercedes Gutierrez is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.