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Who is Dr. Ponte, Pediatrician in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Sarah Ponte, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Ponte is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ponte’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ponte’s office at (510) 428-3331.
What languages does Dr. Ponte speak?
Dr. Ponte and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Ponte treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Ponte 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. Ponte. 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:
- Premature Baby
- Premature Babies
- Preterm infant
- Early baby
- Preemie
ICD-10 Codes:
- P0739: Preterm newborn, gestational age 36 completed weeks
- P0737: Preterm newborn, gestational age 34 completed weeks
- P0738: Preterm newborn, gestational age 35 completed weeks
- P0736: Preterm newborn, gestational age 33 completed weeks
Also known as:
- Newborn Jaundice
- Jaundice
- Neonatal Jaundice
- Infant Jaundice
- Physiological Jaundice
ICD-10 Codes:
- P599: Neonatal jaundice, unspecified
Also known as:
- Post-Term Baby
- Childbirth Problems
- Overdue baby
- Late baby
- Prolonged pregnancy newborn
ICD-10 Codes:
- P0821: Post-term newborn
Also known as:
- Newborn Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Lung Disease
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Infant breathing difficulty
- Neonatal respiratory distress
- Baby lung distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- P229: Respiratory distress of newborn, unspecified
Also known as:
- Infant of Diabetic Mother Syndrome
- Diabetes and Pregnancy
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- IDM syndrome
- Baby of diabetic mom
- Newborn affected by maternal diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- P701: Syndrome of infant of a diabetic mother
Also known as:
- Low Birth Weight Newborn
- Birth Weight
- LBW newborn
- Small baby
- Underweight baby at birth
- Baby born 2000-2499 grams
ICD-10 Codes:
- P0710: Other low birth weight newborn, unspecified weight
- P0718: Other low birth weight newborn, 2000-2499 grams
Also known as:
- Abnormal Newborn Hearing Screening
- Failed newborn hearing test
- Baby hearing screening issue
- Newborn hearing loss test
ICD-10 Codes:
- P096: Abnormal findings on neonatal hearing screening
Also known as:
- Ear and Hearing Examination with Abnormal Findings
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Abnormal Hearing Test
- Ear Exam with Issues
- Hearing Problem Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01118: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing with other abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Newborn Drug Withdrawal (Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome)
- Pregnancy and Substance Use
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- NAS in newborns
- Infant opioid withdrawal
- Baby drug dependency symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- P961: Neonatal withdrawal symptoms from maternal use of drugs of addiction
Also known as:
- Newborn Lung Condition
- Lung Disease
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Neonatal Respiratory Condition
- Infant Lung Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- P289: Respiratory condition of newborn, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Ponte perform as a Pediatrician?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Sarah Ponte 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ponte's office.
Does Dr. Ponte accept my insurance?
Dr. Ponte accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 428-3331 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ponte accept in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Ponte in Oakland, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alameda Alliance
All Other Third Party
CalOptima
Centene
Contra Costa
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
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Where is Dr. Ponte's office located?
What is Dr. Ponte's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ponte's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699201764.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ponte?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ponte
What is Dr. Sarah Ponte's specialty?
Dr. Ponte is a Pediatrician near Oakland, 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. Ponte to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sarah Ponte affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ponte is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus, Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus. 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?
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Is Sarah Ponte accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sarah Ponte is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sarah Ponte offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ponte's office at (510) 428-3331 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sarah Ponte?
Please contact Dr. Ponte's office at (510) 428-3331 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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