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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kurz, Pediatrician in Castro Valley, CA?
Dr. Benedikt Kurz, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Castro Valley, CA. Dr. Kurz completed his residency at Mary Hitchcock Mem Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Kurz is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kurz’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kurz’s office at (510) 886-3400.
Where did Dr. Kurz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mary Hitchcock Mem Hosp, Pediatrics | Mary Hitchcock Mem Hospital
Medical School: University of Co Sch of Med, Denver Co
What languages does Dr. Kurz speak?
Dr. Kurz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Kurz typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Kurz 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. Kurz. 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)
- 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:
- Developmental Coordination Disorder
- Developmental Disabilities
- Dyspraxia
- Motor Skill Disorder
- Clumsiness Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- F82: Specific developmental disorder of motor function
Also known as:
- Flat Head Syndrome
- Craniofacial Abnormality
- Plagiocephaly
- Misshapen Head
- Asymmetrical Head Shape
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q673: Plagiocephaly
Also known as:
- Neck Muscle Deformity at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Congenital Sternocleidomastoid Deformity
- Wry Neck in Babies
- Congenital Neck Muscle Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q680: Congenital deformity of sternocleidomastoid muscle
Also known as:
- Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Blood Disorder Check
- Immune System Check-up
- Hematologic Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
Also known as:
- Developmental Speech and Language Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Childhood Language Delay
- Global Speech Delay
- Unspecified Communication Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F809: Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Kurz typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Kurz 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. Kurz. 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
Does Dr. Kurz accept my insurance?
Dr. Kurz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 886-3400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kurz accept in Castro Valley, CA?
Dr. Kurz in Castro Valley, 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
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kurz's office located?
Dr. Benedikt Kurz's Primary Practice
20101 Lake Chabot Rd
Castro Valley, CA 94546
(510) 886-3400
What is Dr. Kurz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kurz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720037633.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kurz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kurz
What is Dr. Benedikt Kurz's specialty?
Dr. Kurz is a Pediatrician near Castro Valley, CA.
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. Benedikt Kurz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kurz is affiliated with Eden Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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 Benedikt Kurz accepting new patients in Castro Valley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Benedikt Kurz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benedikt Kurz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kurz's office at (510) 886-3400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benedikt Kurz?
Please contact Dr. Kurz's office at (510) 886-3400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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