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Dr. Christopher Prendergast, MD

Syracuse, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Prendergast, Pediatrician in Syracuse, NY?

    Dr. Christopher Prendergast, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Syracuse, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Prendergast is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prendergast’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prendergast’s office at (315) 214-7700.

    What languages does Dr. Prendergast speak?

    Dr. Prendergast and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Prendergast typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Prendergast 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. Prendergast. 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:

    • Patent Foramen Ovale
    • Ventricular Septal Defect
    • Tetralogy of Fallot
    • Congenital Heart Defects
    • Critical congenital heart disease
    • PFO
    • Open Foramen Ovale
    • Hole in Heart (PFO)
    • VSD
    • Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
    • Congenital Heart Anomaly
    • TOF
    • Blue Baby Syndrome
    • Complex Heart Defect

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q2112: Patent foramen ovale
    • Q210: Ventricular septal defect
    • Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Familial High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Genetic Disorder
    • Familial hypercholesterolemia
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • FH
    • Genetic high cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • E7801: Familial hypercholesterolemia

    Also known as:

    • Heart Murmur
    • Congenital Heart Defects
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Cardiac murmur
    • Abnormal heart sound
    • Heart sound abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R011: Cardiac murmur, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Prendergast typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Prendergast may include:

    Please contact Dr. Prendergast's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Prendergast accept my insurance?

    Dr. Prendergast accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (315) 214-7700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Prendergast accept in Syracuse, NY?

    Dr. Prendergast in Syracuse, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Lifetime Healthcare

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Prendergast's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Prendergast's Primary Practice

    725 Irving Ave

    Syracuse, NY 13210

    (315) 214-7700

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    Dr. Christopher Prendergast's Practice 2

    601 Elmwood Ave

    Rochester, NY 14642

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    What is Dr. Prendergast's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Prendergast's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760700108.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prendergast?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prendergast

    What is Dr. Christopher Prendergast's specialty?

    Dr. Prendergast is a Pediatrician near Syracuse, NY.

    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. Christopher Prendergast affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Prendergast is affiliated with Upstate University Hospital, Cayuga Medical Center, Samaritan Medical Center, Guthrie Lourdes Hospital 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

    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 Christopher Prendergast accepting new patients in Syracuse, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Prendergast is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Prendergast offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Prendergast's office at (315) 214-7700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Prendergast?

    Please contact Dr. Prendergast's office at (315) 214-7700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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