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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Puffer, Pediatrician in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Sarah Puffer, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN. Dr. Puffer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Puffer’s office at (317) 944-3936.
What languages does Dr. Puffer speak?
Dr. Puffer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Puffer typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Puffer 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. Puffer. 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)
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Common Cold
- Head Cold
- Nasal Congestion
- Upper Respiratory Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism
- Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Puffer typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Puffer performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Puffer. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Puffer accept my insurance?
Dr. Puffer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 944-3936 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Puffer accept in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Puffer in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Sanford Health
State of Indiana
Unified Group Services
UnitedHealth Group
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Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Sarah Puffer?
Dr. Puffer has appointments available at her Indianapolis, IN office. Please select a date and time below.
What is Dr. Puffer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Puffer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174933618.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Puffer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Puffer
What is Dr. Sarah Puffer's specialty?
Dr. Puffer is a Pediatrician near Indianapolis, IN.
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 this Dr. Sarah Puffer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Puffer is affiliated with Hancock Regional Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Sarah Puffer accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?
Yes, Dr. Sarah Puffer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sarah Puffer offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Puffer, or call (317) 944-3936 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Sarah Puffer?
Yes, Dr. Puffer offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Puffer, or call (317) 944-3936 for more information.
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705 Riley Hospital Dr # 3004
Indianapolis, IN 46202