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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Directo, Pediatrician in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Shari Directo, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. Dr. Directo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Directo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Directo’s office at (323) 361-2122.
What languages does Dr. Directo speak?
Dr. Directo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Directo typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Directo 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. Directo. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Autism Screening
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Screening
- ASD Screening
- Autism Spectrum Disorder Test
- Early Autism Detection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1341: Encounter for autism screening
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Directo typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Shari Directo may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Directo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Directo accept my insurance?
Dr. Directo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 361-2122 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Directo accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Directo in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Apex Healthcare
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
Preferred IPA
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Directo's office located?
Dr. Shari Directo's Primary Practice
4650 W Sunset Blvd Stop 68
Los Angeles, CA 90027
(323) 361-2122
What is Dr. Directo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Directo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013387562.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Directo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Directo
What is Dr. Shari Directo's specialty?
Dr. Directo is a Pediatrician near Los Angeles, 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 this Dr. Shari Directo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Directo is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles 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 Shari Directo accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Shari Directo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shari Directo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Directo's office at (323) 361-2122 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shari Directo?
Please contact Dr. Directo's office at (323) 361-2122 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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