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Dr. Violeta Galdamez, MD

Pediatrician

Huntington Park, CA

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Galdamez, Pediatrician in Huntington Park, CA?

    Dr. Violeta Galdamez, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Huntington Park, CA. She has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Galdamez graduated from University of El Imam El Mahdi Faculty of Medicine Kosti and completed her residency at Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Pediatrics. Dr. Galdamez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Galdamez’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Galdamez’s office at (323) 585-0732.

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

    • Residency: Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Pediatrics | Louisiana State University (Lake Charles) Program

    • Medical School: University De El Salvador- Fac De Med- San Salvador- El Salvador | University of El Imam El Mahdi Faculty of Medicine Kosti

    Is Dr. Galdamez board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Violeta Galdamez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Galdamez speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Galdamez 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. Galdamez. 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:

    • Understanding Test Results
    • Test results explanation
    • Medical findings review
    • Diagnostic interpretation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Genetic Disease Carrier Screening
    • Genetic Testing
    • Health Screening
    • Genetic Carrier Test
    • Hereditary Disease Carrier Screening
    • Preconception Genetic Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1371: Encounter for nonprocreative screening for genetic disease carrier status

    Also known as:

    • Repeat Prescription Visit
    • Prescription Refill Appointment
    • Medication Renewal Visit
    • Follow-up for Prescription

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z760: Encounter for issue of repeat prescription

    Also known as:

    • Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Blood Disorder Check
    • Immune System Check-up
    • Hematologic Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

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

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Violeta Galdamez may include:

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

    Does Dr. Galdamez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Galdamez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 585-0732 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Galdamez accept in Huntington Park, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • AllCare Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • HealthSmart

    • Heritage Health

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Galdamez's office located?

    Dr. Violeta Galdamez's Primary Practice

    2955 E Florence Ave

    Huntington Park, CA 90255

    (323) 585-0732

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    What hospitals are Dr. Galdamez affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Galdamez has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Prime Healthcare - St. Francis Medical Center,Lynwood, CA
    Memorialcare Long Beach Medical Center,Long Beach, CA
    Mlk Community Hospital,Los Angeles, CA

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

    Dr. Galdamez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316078165.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Galdamez?

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

    What is Dr. Violeta Galdamez's specialty?

    Dr. Galdamez is a Pediatrician near Huntington Park, 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. Violeta Galdamez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Galdamez is affiliated with Community Hospital Of Huntington Park, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Los Angeles General Medical Center 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

    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. Violeta Galdamez accepting new patients in Huntington Park, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Violeta Galdamez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Violeta Galdamez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Galdamez's office at (323) 585-0732 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Violeta Galdamez?

    Please contact Dr. Galdamez's office at (323) 585-0732 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Galdamez's office located?

    Dr. Galdamez's office is located in Huntington Park, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Violeta Galdamez have?

    Dr. Violeta Galdamez is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.