21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Raksis, Pediatrician in Silver Spring, MD?
Dr. Karen Raksis, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Silver Spring, MD. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Raksis graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed her residency at Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Raksis is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Raksis’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Raksis’s office at (301) 572-1000.
Where did Dr. Raksis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Pediatrics | North Shore-Long Island Jewish Health System Program
Medical School: University of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md | University of Maryland School of Medicine
Is Dr. Raksis board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Karen Raksis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Raksis speak?
Dr. Raksis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Raksis typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Raksis 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. Raksis. 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)
- Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
- Health Checkup
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
- Newborn Exam
- Infant Checkup
- Post-Birth Checkup
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
- Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Early infant health exam
- First week baby checkup
- Post-delivery newborn exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Raksis typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Karen Raksis 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. Raksis' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Raksis accept my insurance?
Dr. Raksis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 572-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Raksis accept in Silver Spring, MD?
Dr. Raksis in Silver Spring, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Kaiser Permanente
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Raksis' office located?
Kaiser Permanente Silver Spring Medical Center
12201 Plum Orchard Dr
Silver Spring, MD 20904
(301) 572-1000
What is Dr. Raksis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Raksis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114071362.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Raksis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Raksis
What is Dr. Karen Raksis's specialty?
Dr. Raksis is a Pediatrician near Silver Spring, MD.
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. Karen Raksis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Raksis is affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Karen Raksis accepting new patients in Silver Spring, MD?
Yes, Dr. Karen Raksis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Raksis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Raksis's office at (301) 572-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Raksis?
Please contact Dr. Raksis's office at (301) 572-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Raksis have?
Dr. Karen Raksis is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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Connect with DR. Raksis
Kaiser Permanente Silver Spring Medical Center
12201 Plum Orchard Dr
Silver Spring, MD 20904