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Dr. Laura Somma, MD

Pediatrician

Great Neck, NY

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Somma, Pediatrician in Great Neck, NY?

    Dr. Laura Somma, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Great Neck, NY. She has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Somma graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University and completed her residency at Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine (Montefiore) Program. Dr. Somma is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Somma’s office at (516) 504-0606.

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

    • Residency: Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine (Montefiore) Program

    • Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University

    Is Dr. Somma board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Somma, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Somma speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Somma 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. Somma. 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:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    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 Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Eye Disease
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Annual eye checkup
    • Vision screening, no issues
    • Eye health exam, all clear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H66003: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection Exposure
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Disease Contact
    • Suspected Viral Infection
    • Exposure to Viruses

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases

    Also known as:

    • Flu
    • Influenza with complications
    • Severe Flu
    • Flu side effects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J1189: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other manifestations

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

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Laura Somma may include:

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

    Does Dr. Somma accept my insurance?

    Dr. Somma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 504-0606 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Somma accept in Great Neck, NY?

    Dr. Somma in Great Neck, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

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    Where is Dr. Somma's office located?

    Dr. Laura Somma's Primary Practice

    833 Northern Blvd Ste 140

    Great Neck, NY 11021

    (516) 504-0606

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

    Dr. Somma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649311994.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Somma?

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

    What is Dr. Laura Somma's specialty?

    Dr. Somma is a Pediatrician near Great Neck, NY.

    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. Laura Somma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Somma 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

    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. Laura Somma accepting new patients in Great Neck, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Somma is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Laura Somma offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Somma's office at (516) 504-0606 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Laura Somma?

    Please contact Dr. Somma's office at (516) 504-0606 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Somma's office located?

    Dr. Somma's office is located in Great Neck, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Laura Somma have?

    Dr. Laura Somma is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.