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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Desporte, Pediatrician in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Laura Desporte, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Desporte is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desporte’s office at (210) 314-5044.
Is Dr. Desporte board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Laura Desporte, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Desporte speak?
Dr. Desporte and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Desporte typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Desporte 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. Desporte. 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:
- Male Circumcision
- Circumcision
- Foreskin removal
- Routine circumcision
- Ritual circumcision
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z412: Encounter for routine and ritual male circumcision
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Global Language Disorder
- Understanding and Speaking Disorder
- Combined Language Impairment
ICD-10 Codes:
- F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Desporte typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Desporte 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. Desporte. 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:
- 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. Desporte accept my insurance?
Dr. Desporte accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 314-5044 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desporte accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Desporte in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Bexar County Hospital District
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
State of Texas
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Desporte's office located?
Dr. Laura Desporte's Primary Practice
7430 Barlite Blvd Ste 104
San Antonio, TX 78224
(210) 314-5044
What is Dr. Desporte's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Desporte's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275740888.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Desporte?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Desporte
What is Dr. Laura Desporte's specialty?
Dr. Desporte is a Pediatrician near San Antonio, TX.
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. Laura Desporte affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desporte is affiliated with Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, St. David's North Austin Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Laura Desporte accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Laura Desporte is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laura Desporte offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desporte's office at (210) 314-5044 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laura Desporte?
Please contact Dr. Desporte's office at (210) 314-5044 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Laura Desporte have?
Dr. Laura Desporte is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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