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Dr. Justin Sommer, MD

Albuquerque, NM

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sommer, Pediatrician in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Justin Sommer, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sommer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sommer’s practice accepts Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sommer’s office at (505) 272-2345.

    What languages does Dr. Sommer speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Sommer treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Sommer 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. Sommer. 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:

    • RSV Bronchiolitis
    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
    • RSV lung infection
    • Viral bronchiolitis
    • Acute bronchiolitis
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Bronchiole infection
    • Acute lung inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
    • J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Oxygen
    • Lung Disease
    • Hypoxemia
    • Reduced oxygen in blood
    • Oxygen deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0902: Hypoxemia

    Also known as:

    • Viral Pneumonia
    • Pneumonia
    • RSV Pneumonia
    • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
    • Lung Infection (Viral)
    • Pneumonitis
    • Atypical Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • RSV Lung Infection
    • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Lung Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J129: Viral pneumonia, unspecified
    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
    • J121: Respiratory syncytial virus pneumonia

    Also known as:

    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Mild Intermittent Asthma Flare-Up
    • Mild Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
    • Asthma
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode
    • Mild Asthma Attack
    • Acute Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Asthma Exacerbation
    • Mild Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Mild Asthma
    • Acute Asthma Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
    • J4521: Mild intermittent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
    • J4531: Mild persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Ruptured Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection and Tissue Death
    • Appendicitis
    • Peritoneal Disorder
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack
    • Perforated Appendix with Gangrene
    • Localized Ruptured Appendix
    • Appendix Rupture with Tissue Death

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
    • K3532: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, without abscess

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    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:

    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Bronchiolitis
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Acute inflammation of bronchioles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J218: Acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Epilepsy
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus

    Which procedures does Dr. Sommer perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Justin Sommer may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sommer's office.

    Does Dr. Sommer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sommer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 272-2345 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sommer accept in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Sommer in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicaid

    • Molina

    • Presbyterian Health Plan

    • State of New Mexico

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Sommer's office located?

    Dr. Justin Sommer's Primary Practice

    1 University of New Mexico

    Albuquerque, NM 87131

    (505) 272-2345

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    Dr. Justin Sommer's Practice 2

    211 Sudderth Dr

    Ruidoso, NM 88345

    (575) 257-8200

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    Dr. Justin Sommer's Practice 3

    2211 Lomas Blvd NE Fl 3

    Albuquerque, NM 87106

    (505) 272-2374

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

    Dr. Sommer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275876559.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sommer?

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

    What is Dr. Justin Sommer's specialty?

    Dr. Sommer is a Pediatrician near Albuquerque, NM. 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. Contact Dr. Sommer to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Justin Sommer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sommer is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with 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 Justin Sommer accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?

    Yes, Dr. Justin Sommer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Justin Sommer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sommer's office at (505) 272-2345 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Justin Sommer?

    Please contact Dr. Sommer's office at (505) 272-2345 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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