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Dr. Malini Persad
Allentown, PA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Persad, Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Malini Persad is a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Persad is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Persad’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Persad’s office.
What languages does Dr. Persad speak?
Dr. Persad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Persad treat?
As a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Persad 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. Persad. 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:
- Supervision for Other High-Risk Pregnancies
- Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Pregnancies
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Monitoring for various high-risk pregnancies
- Managing other complex pregnancies
- Special care for high-risk pregnancy
- Unspecified high-risk pregnancy management
- Pregnancy monitoring for older mothers
- Managing pregnancy for advanced maternal age (multiple births)
- Geriatric multigravida care
- Older mom with previous pregnancies
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09899: Supervision of other high risk pregnancies, unspecified trimester
- O09892: Supervision of other high risk pregnancies, second trimester
- O09522: Supervision of elderly multigravida, second trimester
Also known as:
- Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Births
- General High-Risk Pregnancy Care
- Pregnancy Care for Older First-Time Mothers
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Advanced Maternal Age Multiple Pregnancies
- Elderly Multigravida Care
- Older Mother with Prior Births Pregnancy Monitoring
- Specialized Obstetric Monitoring
- Maternal-Fetal Medicine Consult
- Pregnancy Management for Complications
- Advanced Maternal Age First Pregnancy
- Elderly Primigravida Care
- Older First-Time Mom Pregnancy Monitoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09529: Supervision of elderly multigravida, unspecified trimester
- O0990: Supervision of high risk pregnancy, unspecified, unspecified trimester
- O09893: Supervision of other high risk pregnancies, third trimester
- O09523: Supervision of elderly multigravida, third trimester
- O09519: Supervision of elderly primigravida, unspecified trimester
Also known as:
- Gestational Diabetes
- Insulin-Controlled Gestational Diabetes
- Diabetes and Pregnancy
- Gestational diabetes
- Pregnancy Diabetes
- Diabetes developed during pregnancy
- GDM
- Pregnancy Diabetes on Insulin
- Insulin for Gestational Diabetes
- GDM with Insulin
ICD-10 Codes:
- O24419: Gestational diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, unspecified control
- O24414: Gestational diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, insulin controlled
Also known as:
- Obesity during pregnancy
- Obesity during Mid-Pregnancy
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Obesity
- Maternal obesity
- Obesity in pregnancy
- Weight issues in pregnancy
- Excess weight in second trimester
- Mid-pregnancy obesity complications
- High BMI during second trimester
ICD-10 Codes:
- O99210: Obesity complicating pregnancy, unspecified trimester
- O99213: Obesity complicating pregnancy, third trimester
- O99212: Obesity complicating pregnancy, second trimester
Also known as:
- Incidental Pregnancy
- Pregnancy
- Unplanned pregnancy (incidental finding)
- Pregnancy discovered incidentally
- Unexpected pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z331: Pregnant state, incidental
Also known as:
- Routine Postpartum Check-up
- Postpartum Care
- After-birth Follow-up
- Postnatal Care Visit
- Maternal Postpartum Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z392: Encounter for routine postpartum follow-up
Also known as:
- Previous C-section Scar During Pregnancy
- Cesarean Delivery
- Prior Cesarean Section
- Uterine Scar from C-section
- C-section History in Pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- O34219: Maternal care for unspecified type scar from previous cesarean delivery
Also known as:
- Pre-existing High Blood Pressure in Pregnancy
- High Blood Pressure in Pregnancy
- Chronic Hypertension in Pregnancy
- High Blood Pressure Before Pregnancy
- Pregnancy with Pre-existing Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- O10919: Unspecified pre-existing hypertension complicating pregnancy, unspecified trimester
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes in Late Pregnancy
- Diabetes and Pregnancy
- Pregnancy if You Have Diabetes
- Pre-existing Type 2 Diabetes third trimester
- Adult-Onset Diabetes in late pregnancy
- Non-Insulin-Dependent Diabetes in late pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- O24113: Pre-existing type 2 diabetes mellitus, in pregnancy, third trimester
Also known as:
- Prenatal Screening for Birth Defects
- Antenatal Malformation Screening
- Fetal Anomaly Scan
- Birth Defect Screening in Pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z363: Encounter for antenatal screening for malformations
Also known as:
- Anemia during Late Pregnancy
- Anemia
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Low iron in third trimester
- Late pregnancy anemia
- Blood deficiency during third trimester
ICD-10 Codes:
- O99013: Anemia complicating pregnancy, third trimester
Which procedures does Dr. Persad perform as a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist?
As a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Malini Persad may include:
- Abortion Consultation
- Abortion Follow Up
- Abortion (Medical)
- Abortion (Surgical)
- Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam
- Antepartum Care
- Anterior Repair
- Artificial Insemination / Intra-Uterine
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Persad's office.
Does Dr. Persad accept my insurance?
Dr. Persad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Persad accept in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Persad in Allentown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Geisinger Health Plan
Health Partners Plans
Highmark Inc.
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Persad's office located?
Dr. Malini Persad's Practice 3
2494 Bernville Rd Ste 106
Reading, PA 19605
(800) 243-1455
What is Dr. Persad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Persad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235438037.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Persad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Persad
What is Dr. Malini Persad's specialty?
Dr. Persad is a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist near Allentown, PA. An obstetrician/gynecologist who specializes in the care of patients with pregnancy complications provides consultation and management for those experiencing obstetrical, medical, and surgical issues related to pregnancy. This specialist has advanced knowledge of the effects of these complications on both the mother and the fetus, as well as expertise in the latest diagnostic and treatment modalities for managing complicated pregnancies. Contact Dr. Persad to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Malini Persad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Persad is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest 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
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Is Malini Persad accepting new patients in Allentown, PA?
Yes, Dr. Malini Persad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Malini Persad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Persad's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Malini Persad?
Please contact Dr. Persad's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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