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Who is Dr. Hofto, Pediatrician in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Meghan Hofto, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Hofto graduated from Georgetown University, Washington, DC and completed her residency at Children's Hospital/Boston Medical Center Program A. Dr. Hofto is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hofto’s office at (205) 638-5403.
Where did Dr. Hofto go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Children's Hospital/Boston Medical Center Program A
Medical School: Georgetown University, Washington, DC
What languages does Dr. Hofto speak?
Dr. Hofto and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Hofto typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Hofto 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. Hofto. 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:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Bronchiolitis
- Inflammation of small airways
- Acute inflammation of bronchioles
ICD-10 Codes:
- J218: Acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms
Also known as:
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
Also known as:
- Severe Asthma Attack
- Asthma
- Status Asthmaticus
- Life-Threatening Asthma
- Asthma Emergency
- Severe Persistent Asthma Exacerbation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4542: Moderate persistent asthma with status asthmaticus
Also known as:
- Staph Scalded Skin Syndrome
- Skin Infection
- Staphylococcal Infection
- Staphylococcal Scalded Skin Syndrome
- SSSS
- Ritter's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- L00: Staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome
Also known as:
- Severe Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Hofto typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Meghan Hofto 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
Please contact Dr. Hofto's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hofto accept my insurance?
Dr. Hofto accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 638-5403 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hofto accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Hofto in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Public Education Employee Health Plan
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hofto's office located?
What is Dr. Hofto's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hofto's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942591094.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hofto?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hofto
What is Dr. Meghan Hofto's specialty?
Dr. Hofto is a Pediatrician near Birmingham, AL.
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 this Dr. Meghan Hofto affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hofto is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Of Alabama. 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
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Meghan Hofto accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Meghan Hofto is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Meghan Hofto offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hofto's office at (205) 638-5403 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Meghan Hofto?
Please contact Dr. Hofto's office at (205) 638-5403 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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