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Dr. Nirmala Murthy, MD

Pediatrician

Apple Valley, CA

41 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Murthy, Pediatrician in Apple Valley, CA?

    Dr. Nirmala Murthy, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Apple Valley, CA. She has been practicing for over 41 years. Dr. Murthy is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Murthy’s office at (760) 242-3000.

    What languages does Dr. Murthy speak?

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

    • English
    • Hindi

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Murthy typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Murthy 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. Murthy. 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 Mental Health Screening
    • Depression Screening
    • Postpartum Depression Screening
    • Mental Health Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Behavioral Disorder Screening
    • Psychological Evaluation
    • Mental Wellness Check
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening
    • Maternal Depression Check
    • PPD Screening
    • New Mother Depression Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders
    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
    • Z1332: Encounter for screening for maternal depression

    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:

    • 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:

    • Non-Medical Procedure
    • Elective procedure (non-health)
    • Procedure for other purposes
    • Non-therapeutic intervention

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z418: Encounter for other procedures for purposes other than remedying health state

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6690: Otitis media, unspecified, unspecified ear

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Preventive Fluoride Treatment
    • Fluoride application
    • Dental fluoride treatment
    • Prophylactic fluoride

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z293: Encounter for prophylactic fluoride administration

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Murthy typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Nirmala Murthy may include:

    Please contact Dr. Murthy's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Murthy accept my insurance?

    Dr. Murthy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 242-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Murthy accept in Apple Valley, CA?

    Dr. Murthy in Apple Valley, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Inland Empire Health Plan

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

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    Where is Dr. Murthy's office located?

    Dr. Nirmala Murthy's Primary Practice

    18523 Corwin Rd Ste H

    Apple Valley, CA 92307

    (760) 242-3000

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    What hospitals are Dr. Murthy affiliated with?

    Dr. Murthy has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Loma Linda University Childrens Hospital,Loma Linda, CA

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

    Dr. Murthy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043233109.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Murthy?

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

    What is Dr. Nirmala Murthy's specialty?

    Dr. Murthy is a Pediatrician near Apple 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 Dr. Nirmala Murthy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Murthy is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Loma Linda University Childrens 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore 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 Dr. Nirmala Murthy accepting new patients in Apple Valley, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Nirmala Murthy is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nirmala Murthy offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Murthy's office at (760) 242-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nirmala Murthy?

    Please contact Dr. Murthy's office at (760) 242-3000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Murthy's office located?

    Dr. Murthy's office is located in Apple Valley, CA.