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Dr. Esperanza Gajo, MD

Pediatrician

Lancaster, CA

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Gajo, Pediatrician in Lancaster, CA?

    Dr. Esperanza Gajo, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Lancaster, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 39 years. Dr. Gajo graduated from Dr. Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation Institute of Medicine - Far Eastern University and completed her residency at Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Pediatrics. Dr. Gajo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gajo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gajo’s office at (661) 266-0540.

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

    • Residency: Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: Dr. Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation Institute of Medicine - Far Eastern University | Dr. Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation Institute of Medicine - Far Eastern University | Far Eastern University Institute of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Gajo speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Gajo 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. Gajo. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

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

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Esperanza Gajo may include:

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

    Does Dr. Gajo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gajo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 266-0540 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gajo accept in Lancaster, CA?

    Dr. Gajo in Lancaster, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • AllCare Health

    • Apex Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Gajo's office located?

    K6

    335 E Avenue K6

    Lancaster, CA 93535

    (661) 266-0540

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    Dr. Esperanza Gajo's Practice 2

    44900 60th St W

    Lancaster, CA 93536

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    What hospitals are Dr. Gajo affiliated with?

    Dr. Gajo has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital,Fort Walton Beach, FL

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

    Dr. Gajo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760519987.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gajo?

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

    What is Dr. Esperanza Gajo's specialty?

    Dr. Gajo is a Pediatrician near Lancaster, CA.

    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. Esperanza Gajo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Gajo is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin 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. Esperanza Gajo accepting new patients in Lancaster, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Esperanza Gajo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Esperanza Gajo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gajo's office at (661) 266-0540 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Esperanza Gajo?

    Please contact Dr. Gajo's office at (661) 266-0540 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gajo's office located?

    Dr. Gajo's office is located in Lancaster, CA.