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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lawton, Pediatrician in Poughkeepsie, NY?
Dr. Kira Lawton, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Poughkeepsie, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lawton is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lawton’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lawton’s office at (845) 452-1700.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lawton?
Dr. Kira Lawton, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Lawton empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Nutrition, Preventive Medicine, Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Poughkeepsie, NY community, Dr. Lawton is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Lawton speak?
Dr. Lawton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Lawton typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Lawton 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. Lawton. 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:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
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:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
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:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Lawton typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Lawton 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. Lawton. 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
Does Dr. Lawton accept my insurance?
Dr. Lawton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (845) 452-1700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lawton accept in Poughkeepsie, NY?
Dr. Lawton in Poughkeepsie, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
MVP Health Care
National Benefit Fund
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lawton's office located?
Dr. Kira Lawton's Primary Practice
301 Manchester Rd Ste 105
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
(845) 452-1700
What is Dr. Lawton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lawton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740721653.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lawton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lawton
What is Dr. Kira Lawton's specialty?
Dr. Lawton is a Pediatrician near Poughkeepsie, 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 this Dr. Kira Lawton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lawton is affiliated with Vassar Brothers Medical Center 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 Kira Lawton accepting new patients in Poughkeepsie, NY?
Yes, Dr. Kira Lawton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kira Lawton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lawton's office at (845) 452-1700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kira Lawton?
Please contact Dr. Lawton's office at (845) 452-1700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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