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Who is Dr. Song, Pediatrician in Gaithersburg, MD?
Dr. Esther Song, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Gaithersburg, MD. She is board certified. Dr. Song graduated from Ewha Womens University College Of Medicine and completed her residency at Memorial University Medical Center. Dr. Song is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Song’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Song’s office at (240) 632-4000.
Where did Dr. Song go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Memorial University Medical Center | Memorial Health-University Medical Center/Mercer University School of Medicine (Savannah) Program
Medical School: Ewha Womens University College Of Medicine | Ewha Womens University College Of Medicine | Ewha Womans University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Song board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Esther Song, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Song speak?
Dr. Song and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Song typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Song 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. Song. 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.
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
- Health Checkup
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
- Newborn Exam
- Infant Checkup
- Post-Birth Checkup
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
- Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Song typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Esther Song may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Song's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Song accept my insurance?
Dr. Song accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (240) 632-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Song accept in Gaithersburg, MD?
Dr. Song in Gaithersburg, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Kaiser Permanente
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Song's office located?
Dr. Esther Song's Primary Practice
655 Watkins Mill Rd
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
(240) 632-4000
What is Dr. Song's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Song's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003008467.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Song?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Song
What is Dr. Esther Song's specialty?
Dr. Song is a Pediatrician near Gaithersburg, MD.
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. Esther Song affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Song 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
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Esther Song accepting new patients in Gaithersburg, MD?
Yes, Dr. Esther Song is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Esther Song offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Song's office at (240) 632-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Esther Song?
Please contact Dr. Song's office at (240) 632-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Esther Song have?
Dr. Esther Song is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.
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