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Dr. Rhett Anthony Pelaez Jr, MD

Porterville, CA

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    Who is Dr. Pelaez Jr, Family Medicine Specialist in Porterville, CA?

    Dr. Rhett Anthony Pelaez Jr, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Porterville, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Pelaez Jr is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pelaez Jr’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pelaez Jr’s office at (559) 782-2259.

    What languages does Dr. Pelaez Jr speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    • Tagalog

    What conditions does Dr. Pelaez Jr treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pelaez Jr 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. Pelaez Jr. 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Special Medical Examination
    • Specific health check
    • Detailed medical assessment
    • Special health screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Persistent sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, 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:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Tuberculosis Screening
    • TB test
    • PPD test
    • Tuberculosis exposure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis

    Which procedures does Dr. Pelaez Jr perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Rhett Anthony Pelaez Jr may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pelaez Jr's office.

    Does Dr. Pelaez Jr accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pelaez Jr accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 782-2259 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pelaez Jr accept in Porterville, CA?

    Dr. Pelaez Jr in Porterville, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Pelaez Jr's office located?

    Dr. Rhett Anthony Pelaez Jr's Primary Practice

    26501 Avenue 140

    Porterville, CA 93257

    (559) 782-2259

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    Dr. Rhett Anthony Pelaez Jr's Practice 2

    2531 Chester Ave

    Bakersfield, CA 93301

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    Dr. Rhett Anthony Pelaez Jr's Practice 3

    3501 Stockdale Hwy

    Bakersfield, CA 93309

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

    Dr. Pelaez Jr's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891181640.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pelaez Jr?

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

    What is Dr. Rhett Anthony Pelaez Jr's specialty?

    Dr. Pelaez Jr is a Family Medicine Specialist near Porterville, CA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Pelaez Jr to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Rhett Anthony Pelaez Jr affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Pelaez Jr is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist 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 Rhett Anthony Pelaez Jr accepting new patients in Porterville, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Rhett Anthony Pelaez Jr is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rhett Anthony Pelaez Jr offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pelaez Jr's office at (559) 782-2259 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rhett Anthony Pelaez Jr?

    Please contact Dr. Pelaez Jr's office at (559) 782-2259 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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