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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Faheem, Pediatrician in Capitola, CA?
Dr. Sara Faheem, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Capitola, CA. Dr. Faheem is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Faheem’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Faheem’s office at (831) 476-3000.
What languages does Dr. Faheem speak?
Dr. Faheem and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Faheem typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Faheem 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. Faheem. 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:
- 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Developmental Delay Screening
- Health Screening
- Child Development Check
- Developmental Milestones Screening
- Early Intervention Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1340: Encounter for screening for unspecified developmental delays
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Strep Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Faheem typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Faheem 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. Faheem. 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:
- Ear Wax Removal (Irrigation)
- Impacted earwax removal
- Ear lavage
- Ear syringing
CPT Codes:
- 69209: Removal impacted cerumen using irrigation/lavage, unilateral
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Faheem accept my insurance?
Dr. Faheem accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 476-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Faheem accept in Capitola, CA?
Dr. Faheem in Capitola, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
GEMCare
Kaiser Permanente
Santa Cruz County
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Faheem's office located?
What is Dr. Faheem's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Faheem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588026082.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Faheem?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Faheem
What is Dr. Sara Faheem's specialty?
Dr. Faheem is a Pediatrician near Capitola, CA.
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. Sara Faheem affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Faheem is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus 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 Sara Faheem accepting new patients in Capitola, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sara Faheem is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sara Faheem offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Faheem's office at (831) 476-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sara Faheem?
Please contact Dr. Faheem's office at (831) 476-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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