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Dr. Dorothy Straw, MD

Pediatrician

Plantation, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Straw, Pediatrician in Plantation, FL?

    Dr. Dorothy Straw, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Plantation, FL. Dr. Straw graduated from Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of The West Indies (Jamaica) and completed her residency at Jackson Memorial Hospital/Jackson Health System Program. Dr. Straw is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Straw’s office at (954) 584-8222.

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

    • Residency: Jackson Memorial Hospital/Jackson Health System Program

    • Medical School: Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of The West Indies (Jamaica) | University of Western Sydney School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Straw speak?

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

    • English
    • French

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Straw 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. Straw. 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:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    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:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Sports Participation Health Examination
    • Sports Safety
    • Sports Physical
    • Pre-Participation Physical Exam (PPE)
    • Athletic Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z025: Encounter for examination for participation in sport

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Vision Problem
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Unspecified visual disturbance
    • General vision issue
    • Eye problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H539: Unspecified visual disturbance

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

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

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Dorothy Straw may include:

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

    Does Dr. Straw accept my insurance?

    Dr. Straw accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 584-8222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Straw accept in Plantation, FL?

    Dr. Straw in Plantation, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Broward Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Sentara Health

    • State of Florida

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Straw's office located?

    Dr. Dorothy Straw's Primary Practice

    4100 S Hospital Dr Ste 110

    Plantation, FL 33317

    (954) 584-8222

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

    Dr. Straw's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699812560.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Straw?

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

    What is Dr. Dorothy Straw's specialty?

    Dr. Straw is a Pediatrician near Plantation, FL.

    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. Dorothy Straw affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Straw is affiliated with Memorial Regional Hospital, Broward Health Coral Springs, Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital 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

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    Is Dr. Dorothy Straw accepting new patients in Plantation, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Dorothy Straw is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dorothy Straw offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Straw's office at (954) 584-8222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Dorothy Straw?

    Please contact Dr. Straw's office at (954) 584-8222 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Straw's office located?

    Dr. Straw's office is located in Plantation, FL.