Dr. Gideon Mecum, MD
Fayetteville, AR
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mecum, Pediatrician in Fayetteville, AR?
Dr. Gideon Mecum, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Fayetteville, AR. He is board certified. Dr. Mecum is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mecum’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mecum’s office at (479) 463-7102.
Is Dr. Mecum board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Gideon Mecum, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Mecum speak?
Dr. Mecum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Mecum typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Mecum 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. Mecum. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
- Constipation
- Functional Constipation
- Unexplained Chronic Constipation
- Long-Term Constipation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Mecum typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Gideon Mecum 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. Mecum's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Mecum accept my insurance?
Dr. Mecum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (479) 463-7102 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mecum accept in Fayetteville, AR?
Dr. Mecum in Fayetteville, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Texas Children's Hospital
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mecum's office located?
Dr. Gideon Mecum's Primary Practice
3215 N Northhills Blvd
Fayetteville, AR 72703
(479) 463-7102
What is Dr. Mecum's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mecum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710106042.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mecum?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mecum
What is Dr. Gideon Mecum's specialty?
Dr. Mecum is a Pediatrician near Fayetteville, AR.
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. Gideon Mecum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mecum is affiliated with Dhr Health 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
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 Gideon Mecum accepting new patients in Fayetteville, AR?
Yes, Dr. Gideon Mecum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gideon Mecum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mecum's office at (479) 463-7102 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gideon Mecum?
Please contact Dr. Mecum's office at (479) 463-7102 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gideon Mecum have?
Dr. Gideon Mecum is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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