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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pallegedara, Pediatrician in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Kathryn Pallegedara, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Pallegedara is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pallegedara’s office at (215) 483-3444.
What languages does Dr. Pallegedara speak?
Dr. Pallegedara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Pallegedara typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Pallegedara 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. Pallegedara. 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)
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
- Contaminant Exposure Screening
- Health Screening
- Blood Disorder Check
- Immune System Check-up
- Hematologic Screening
- Toxic Exposure Screening
- Environmental Toxin Check
- Pollutant Exposure Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
- Z1388: Encounter for screening for disorder due to exposure to contaminants
Also known as:
- Chromosomal Abnormality
- Genetic Disorder
- Genetic Chromosome Disorder
- Chromosome Problem
- Aneuploidy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q999: Chromosomal abnormality, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Pallegedara typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Pallegedara 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. Pallegedara. 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:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Does Dr. Pallegedara accept my insurance?
Dr. Pallegedara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 483-3444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pallegedara accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Pallegedara in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pallegedara's office located?
Dr. Kathryn Pallegedara's Primary Practice
5003 Umbria St
Philadelphia, PA 19128
(215) 483-3444
What is Dr. Pallegedara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pallegedara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760910780.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pallegedara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pallegedara
What is Dr. Kathryn Pallegedara's specialty?
Dr. Pallegedara is a Pediatrician near Philadelphia, PA.
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. Kathryn Pallegedara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pallegedara is affiliated with Lankenau 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 Kathryn Pallegedara accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Kathryn Pallegedara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kathryn Pallegedara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pallegedara's office at (215) 483-3444 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kathryn Pallegedara?
Please contact Dr. Pallegedara's office at (215) 483-3444 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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