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Dr. Alexa Ernst, MD

Charlotte, NC

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Ernst, Pediatrician in Charlotte, NC?

    Dr. Alexa Ernst, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Charlotte, NC with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Ernst is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ernst’s office at (704) 381-6800.

    What languages does Dr. Ernst speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Ernst treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Ernst 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. Ernst. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    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:

    • Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Normal BMI for child
    • Child healthy weight
    • Pediatric normal weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Viral Intestinal Infection
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
    • Viral stomach flu
    • Viral enteritis
    • Viral gut infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Childhood obesity
    • Pediatric high BMI
    • Overweight child BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age

    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:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H66001: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, right ear

    Which procedures does Dr. Ernst perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Alexa Ernst may include:

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

    Does Dr. Ernst accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Ernst's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Ernst's office located?

    Dr. Alexa Ernst's Primary Practice

    1000 Blythe Blvd

    Charlotte, NC 28203

    (704) 381-6800

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    Dr. Alexa Ernst's Practice 2

    1935 Holbrook Rd Ste 2200

    Fort Mill, SC 29715

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    Dr. Alexa Ernst's Practice 3

    1656 Riverchase Blvd Ste 3400

    Rock Hill, SC 29732

    (803) 328-6281

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

    Dr. Ernst's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881222842.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ernst?

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

    What is Dr. Alexa Ernst's specialty?

    Dr. Ernst is a Pediatrician near Charlotte, NC. 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. Ernst to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alexa Ernst affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Ernst 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

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    Is Alexa Ernst accepting new patients in Charlotte, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Alexa Ernst is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexa Ernst offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ernst's office at (704) 381-6800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alexa Ernst?

    Please contact Dr. Ernst's office at (704) 381-6800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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