21 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Modica, Pediatric Rheumatologist in Gainesville, FL?
Dr. Renee Modica, MD is a Pediatric Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Gainesville, FL with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Modica completed her residency at Orlando Regional Healthcare System. Dr. Modica is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Modica’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Modica’s office at (352) 392-2961.
Where did Dr. Modica go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Orlando Regional Healthcare System
Medical School: SUNY Health Science Center | University of Southern California
Is Dr. Modica board certified as a Pediatric Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Renee Modica, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Modica speak?
Dr. Modica and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Rheumatologist like Dr. Modica typically treat?
As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, Dr. Modica 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. Modica. 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:
- Juvenile Arthritis
- Pauciarticular Juvenile Arthritis
- Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
- Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)
- JIA
- Childhood arthritis
- Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis
- Oligoarticular JIA
- Few-joint juvenile arthritis
- Childhood oligoarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M083: Juvenile rheumatoid polyarthritis (seronegative)
- M0880: Other juvenile arthritis, unspecified site
- M0840: Pauciarticular juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Juvenile Dermatomyositis
- Myositis
- Childhood Dermatomyositis
- JDM
- Muscle and Skin Inflammation in Children
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3300: Juvenile dermatomyositis, organ involvement unspecified
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain and Spinal Cord Inflammation
- Encephalitis
- Encephalomyelitis
- Brain Swelling
- Spinal Cord Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- G0481: Other encephalitis and encephalomyelitis
What procedures does a Pediatric Rheumatologist like Dr. Modica typically perform?
As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Renee Modica may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Modica's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Modica accept my insurance?
Dr. Modica accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 392-2961 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Modica accept in Gainesville, FL?
Dr. Modica in Gainesville, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Capital Health Plan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Sentara Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Modica's office located?
Uf Health Congenital Heart Center Medical Plaza
1600 SW Archer Rd
Gainesville, FL 32610
(352) 392-2961
What is Dr. Modica's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Modica's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558382804.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Modica?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Modica
What is Dr. Renee Modica's specialty?
Dr. Modica is a Pediatric Rheumatologist near Gainesville, FL.
What does a Pediatric Rheumatologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. A pediatric rheumatologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries, and collagen diseases.
Is this Dr. Renee Modica affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Modica is affiliated with Uf Health Shands Hospital 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 Pediatric Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Rheumatologist. 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 Renee Modica accepting new patients in Gainesville, FL?
Yes, Dr. Renee Modica is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Renee Modica offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Modica's office at (352) 392-2961 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Renee Modica?
Please contact Dr. Modica's office at (352) 392-2961 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Renee Modica have?
Dr. Renee Modica is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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Uf Health Congenital Heart Center Medical Plaza
1600 SW Archer Rd
Gainesville, FL 32610