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Who is Dr. Alavalapadu, Pediatrician in West Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Aparna Alavalapadu, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in West Des Moines, IA. Dr. Alavalapadu is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alavalapadu’s office at (515) 224-4993.
What languages does Dr. Alavalapadu speak?
Dr. Alavalapadu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Telugu
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Alavalapadu typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Alavalapadu 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. Alavalapadu. 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:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
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:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Alavalapadu typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Aparna Alavalapadu 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. Alavalapadu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Alavalapadu accept my insurance?
Dr. Alavalapadu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 224-4993 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alavalapadu accept in West Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Alavalapadu in West Des Moines, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Group Administrators Ltd
Jefferson Health
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Where is Dr. Alavalapadu's office located?
Dr. Aparna Alavalapadu's Primary Practice
1271 8th St Ste 100
West Des Moines, IA 50265
(515) 224-4993
What is Dr. Alavalapadu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alavalapadu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265929152.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alavalapadu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alavalapadu
What is Dr. Aparna Alavalapadu's specialty?
Dr. Alavalapadu is a Pediatrician near West Des Moines, IA.
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. Aparna Alavalapadu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Alavalapadu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Aparna Alavalapadu accepting new patients in West Des Moines, IA?
Yes, Dr. Aparna Alavalapadu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Aparna Alavalapadu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alavalapadu's office at (515) 224-4993 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Aparna Alavalapadu?
Please contact Dr. Alavalapadu's office at (515) 224-4993 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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