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Dr. Suzanne Espalin, MD

Bakersfield, CA

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Espalin, Pediatrician in Bakersfield, CA?

    Dr. Suzanne Espalin, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Espalin completed her residency at Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Espalin is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Espalin’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Espalin’s office at (661) 327-3787.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Pediatrics

    Is Dr. Espalin board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Suzanne Espalin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Espalin speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Espalin treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Espalin 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. Espalin. 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.

    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:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exercise Counseling
    • Fitness Coaching
    • Physical Activity Guidance
    • Exercise Prescription

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7182: Exercise counseling

    Also known as:

    • Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Eye Disease
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Annual eye checkup
    • Vision screening, no issues
    • Eye health exam, all clear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Global Developmental Delay Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Comprehensive Developmental Screening
    • Milestone Delay Screening
    • Overall Child Development Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1342: Encounter for screening for global developmental delays (milestones)

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H66001: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, right ear
    • H66003: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Bronchiole infection
    • Acute lung inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified

    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:

    • 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:

    • Newborn Jaundice
    • Jaundice
    • Neonatal Jaundice
    • Infant Jaundice
    • Physiological Jaundice

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P599: Neonatal jaundice, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Espalin perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Suzanne Espalin may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Espalin's office.

    Does Dr. Espalin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Espalin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 327-3787 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Espalin accept in Bakersfield, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Adventist Health System

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CalOptima

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal Employee Program

    • GEMCare

    • Kern Health Systems

    • Managed Care of America

    • Other Health Care Provider

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    Where is Dr. Espalin's office located?

    Dr. Suzanne Espalin's Primary Practice

    4040 San Dimas St

    Bakersfield, CA 93301

    (661) 327-3787

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    Dr. Suzanne Espalin's Practice 2

    9802 Stockdale Hwy Ste 103

    Bakersfield, CA 93311

    (661) 663-4444

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

    Dr. Espalin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184758575.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Espalin?

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

    What is Dr. Suzanne Espalin's specialty?

    Dr. Espalin is a Pediatrician near Bakersfield, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Espalin to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Suzanne Espalin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Espalin is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Kern Medical - 9330 Stockdale Services, Kern Medical - Hospital, Kern Medical - Columbus Physician Offices. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with 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 Suzanne Espalin accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Suzanne Espalin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Suzanne Espalin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Espalin's office at (661) 327-3787 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Suzanne Espalin?

    Please contact Dr. Espalin's office at (661) 327-3787 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Suzanne Espalin have?

    Dr. Suzanne Espalin is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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