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Dr. Nanette Aldahondo, MD

Dr. Nanette Aldahondo, MD

Pediatric Physiatrist, Physiatrist

Saint Paul, MN

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Aldahondo, Pediatric Physiatrist in Saint Paul, MN?

    Dr. Nanette Aldahondo, MD is a Pediatric Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Saint Paul, MN. She is board certified. Dr. Aldahondo graduated from University of Puerto Rico, School of Medicine and completed her residency at Tufts Medical Center. Dr. Aldahondo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aldahondo’s practice accepts Medicaid, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aldahondo’s office at (410) 342-2010.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Aldahondo?

    Dr. Nanette Aldahondo, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Physiatrist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Aldahondo empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Brain Injury Rehabilitation-Pediatric, Cerebral Palsy, Pediatric Rehabilitation, Spina Bifida, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Saint Paul, MN community, Dr. Aldahondo is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Aldahondo go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine: Gillette Children's Specialty Healthcare

    • Residency: Tufts Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of Puerto Rico, School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Aldahondo board certified as a Pediatric Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Nanette Aldahondo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Aldahondo speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatric Physiatrist like Dr. Aldahondo typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Physiatrist, Dr. Aldahondo 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. Aldahondo. 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:

    • Other Cerebral Palsy
    • Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy
    • Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
    • Cerebral Palsy
    • Paralysis
    • Mixed Cerebral Palsy
    • Atypical CP
    • Unspecified Cerebral Palsy
    • Spastic Diplegia
    • CP with spastic diplegia
    • Little's disease
    • Quadriplegic CP
    • Spastic CP affecting all limbs
    • Four-limb spastic paralysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G808: Other cerebral palsy
    • G801: Spastic diplegic cerebral palsy
    • G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy

    Also known as:

    • Delayed Child Development
    • Child Development
    • Developmental delay
    • Slow development in children
    • Milestone delays

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R620: Delayed milestone in childhood

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Walking
    • Walking Problems
    • Trouble Walking
    • Impaired Gait

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Other Developmental Disabilities
    • Developmental Disabilities
    • Atypical psychological development
    • Unspecified developmental disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F88: Other disorders of psychological development

    Also known as:

    • Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Global Language Disorder
    • Understanding and Speaking Disorder
    • Combined Language Impairment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder

    Also known as:

    • Facial Birth Defects
    • Craniofacial Abnormality
    • Craniofacial Anomalies
    • Congenital Facial Syndromes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q870: Congenital malformation syndromes predominantly affecting facial appearance

    What procedures does a Pediatric Physiatrist like Dr. Aldahondo typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Physiatrist, Dr. Aldahondo performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Aldahondo. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Also known as:

    • Chemodenervation for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
    • Chemical nerve block (extremity)
    • Muscle spasm injection (additional limb)
    • Botox for spasticity (additional)
    • Nerve denervation (chemical)

    CPT Codes:

    • 64643: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 1-4 muscle(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakening Injection (Arm or Leg)
    • Extremity Chemodenervation
    • Spasticity Injection
    • Botulinum Toxin Injection for Muscles
    • Muscle Denervation

    CPT Codes:

    • 64642: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 1-4 muscle(s)

    Also known as:

    • Walking Short Leg Cast Application
    • Below Knee Walking Cast
    • Ambulatory Short Leg Cast
    • Lower Leg Cast
    • Foot and Ankle Cast

    CPT Codes:

    • 29425: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes); walking or ambulatory type

    Does Dr. Aldahondo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Aldahondo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 342-2010 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Aldahondo accept in Saint Paul, MN?

    Dr. Aldahondo in Saint Paul, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicaid

    • UCare Minnesota

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Aldahondo's office located?

    Gillette Childrens Specialty Healthcare

    200 University Ave E

    Saint Paul, MN 55101

    (410) 342-2010

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    What hospitals are Dr. Aldahondo affiliated with?

    Dr. Aldahondo has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Gillette Children's Specialty Healthcare,St Paul, MN

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

    Dr. Aldahondo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346436417.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aldahondo?

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

    What is Dr. Nanette Aldahondo's specialty?

    Dr. Aldahondo is a Pediatric Physiatrist near Saint Paul, MN.

    What does a Pediatric Physiatrist do?

    A physiatrist who employs an interdisciplinary approach to the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and management of congenital and childhood-onset physical impairments. This specialist addresses related or secondary medical, physical, functional, psychosocial, and vocational limitations, with a focus on understanding the life course of disability. Trained in identifying functional capabilities, this physician selects the most effective rehabilitation intervention strategies while considering the continuum of care for their patients.

    Is Dr. Nanette Aldahondo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Aldahondo is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Gillette Children's Specialty Healthcare. 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

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    Is Dr. Nanette Aldahondo accepting new patients in Saint Paul, MN?

    Yes, Dr. Nanette Aldahondo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nanette Aldahondo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Aldahondo's office at (410) 342-2010 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nanette Aldahondo?

    Please contact Dr. Aldahondo's office at (410) 342-2010 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Aldahondo's office located?

    Dr. Aldahondo's office is located in Saint Paul, MN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nanette Aldahondo have?

    Dr. Nanette Aldahondo is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.