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Dr. Veronica Heredia, MD

San Jose, CA

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Heredia, Pediatrician in San Jose, CA?

    Dr. Veronica Heredia, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Heredia graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed her residency at Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Pediatrics. Dr. Heredia is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heredia’s office at (408) 289-8410.

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

    • Residency: Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Pediatrics | Louisiana State University (Lake Charles) Program

    • Medical School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas | Universidad AutÛnoma de Guadalajara Facultad de Medicina

    Is Dr. Heredia board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Veronica Heredia, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Heredia speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Heredia treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Heredia 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. Heredia. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H66003: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, bilateral
    • H66001: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, right ear

    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:

    • Obesity
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acne Vulgaris
    • Acne
    • Common acne
    • Pimples
    • Breakouts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L700: Acne vulgaris

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Wheezing
    • Breathing Problems
    • Whistling breath
    • Wheezy breathing
    • Asthmatic breathing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R062: Wheezing

    Also known as:

    • Elevated Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure Reading
    • Prehypertension
    • Borderline High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Mild Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Ongoing Mild Asthma
    • Regular Mild Asthma
    • Chronic Mild Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Understanding Test Results
    • Test results explanation
    • Medical findings review
    • Diagnostic interpretation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Heredia perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Veronica Heredia may include:

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

    Does Dr. Heredia accept my insurance?

    Dr. Heredia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 289-8410 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Heredia accept in San Jose, CA?

    Dr. Heredia in San Jose, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Exel

    • Express Scripts

    • OptumRx

    • Santa Clara Family Health Plan

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Heredia's office located?

    Dr. Veronica Heredia's Primary Practice

    2016 Forest Ave Ste 7

    San Jose, CA 95128

    (408) 289-8410

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

    Dr. Heredia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457538860.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heredia?

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

    What is Dr. Veronica Heredia's specialty?

    Dr. Heredia is a Pediatrician near San Jose, CA. 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. Heredia to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Veronica Heredia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Heredia 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 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 Veronica Heredia accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Veronica Heredia is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Veronica Heredia offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Heredia's office at (408) 289-8410 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Veronica Heredia?

    Please contact Dr. Heredia's office at (408) 289-8410 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Veronica Heredia have?

    Dr. Veronica Heredia is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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