31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Dacosta, Pediatrician in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Anna-Maria Dacosta, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Memphis, TN with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 31 years. Dr. Dacosta graduated from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Dacosta is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dacosta’s office.
Where did Dr. Dacosta go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
What languages does Dr. Dacosta speak?
Dr. Dacosta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Dacosta typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Dacosta 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. Dacosta. 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:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism
- Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Child Development Problems
- Child Development
- Developmental concerns in children
- Abnormal child development
- Lack of normal development
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood
Also known as:
- Developmental Speech and Language Disorder
- Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Childhood Language Delay
- Global Speech Delay
- Unspecified Communication Disorder
- Global Language Disorder
- Understanding and Speaking Disorder
- Combined Language Impairment
ICD-10 Codes:
- F809: Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified
- F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Other Feeding Difficulties
- Atypical Feeding Problems
- Unusual Eating Issues
- Specific Feeding Challenges
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6339: Other feeding difficulties
Also known as:
- Cerebral Palsy
- CP
- Brain paralysis
- Childhood motor disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G809: Cerebral palsy, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Dacosta typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Dacosta 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. Dacosta. 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:
- 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Dacosta accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Dacosta's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Dacosta's office located?
What is Dr. Dacosta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dacosta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356364723.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dacosta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dacosta
What is Dr. Anna-Maria Dacosta's specialty?
Dr. Dacosta is a Pediatrician near Memphis, TN.
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. Anna-Maria Dacosta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dacosta 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
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Is Anna-Maria Dacosta accepting new patients in Memphis, TN?
Yes, Dr. Anna-Maria Dacosta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Anna-Maria Dacosta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dacosta's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Anna-Maria Dacosta?
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