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Dr. Gisella Valderrama, MD
Washington, DC
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Valderrama, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Gisella Valderrama, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Valderrama is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Valderrama’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Valderrama’s office at (202) 476-4177.
What languages does Dr. Valderrama speak?
Dr. Valderrama and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Valderrama treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Valderrama 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. Valderrama. 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Right Lower Abdominal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Pain in lower right belly
- RLQ pain
- Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Other Breathing Problems
- Breathing Problems
- Unusual breathing patterns
- Abnormal respiration
- Breathing irregularities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0689: Other abnormalities of breathing
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Which procedures does Dr. Valderrama perform as a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Gisella Valderrama may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Valderrama's office.
Does Dr. Valderrama accept my insurance?
Dr. Valderrama accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 476-4177 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Valderrama accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Valderrama in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
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Where is Dr. Valderrama's office located?
Dr. Gisella Valderrama's Primary Practice
111 Michigan Ave NW
Washington, DC 20010
(202) 476-4177
Dr. Gisella Valderrama's Practice 3
101 Hospital Center Blvd
Stafford, VA 22554
(540) 741-2006
What is Dr. Valderrama's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Valderrama's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265787469.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Valderrama?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Valderrama
What is Dr. Gisella Valderrama's specialty?
Dr. Valderrama is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near Washington, DC. A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes. Contact Dr. Valderrama to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gisella Valderrama affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Valderrama is affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring, MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center, MedStar Washington Hospital 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
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Is Gisella Valderrama accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Gisella Valderrama is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gisella Valderrama offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Valderrama's office at (202) 476-4177 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gisella Valderrama?
Please contact Dr. Valderrama's office at (202) 476-4177 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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