
34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ojeda, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in Hickory, NC?
Dr. Francisco Ojeda, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Hickory, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Ojeda completed his residency at Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine; U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, Pediatrics. He is a member of the AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PEDIATRICS, PERUVIAN MEDICAL SOCIETY, and AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION. Dr. Ojeda is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ojeda’s office at (319) 398-6011.
Where did Dr. Ojeda go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: NEONATOLOGY, UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA, TAMPA, FL | Neonatal Perinatal Medicine - (University of South Florida) | Univ of South Florida Coll of Med | Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine - University of South Florida, Tampa, FL
Residency: Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine; U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, Pediatrics | SUNY Downstate Medical Center and Affiliated Hospitals | Kings County Hospital Center | SUNY Downstate Medical Center and Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: University Peruana Cayetano Peru
Is Dr. Ojeda board certified as a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Francisco Ojeda, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Ojeda speak?
Dr. Ojeda and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ojeda typically treat?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ojeda 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. Ojeda. 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:
- Drug Use during Late Pregnancy
- Pregnancy and Substance Use
- Substance use in third trimester
- Drug abuse late pregnancy
- Illicit drug use during third trimester
ICD-10 Codes:
- O99323: Drug use complicating pregnancy, third trimester
Also known as:
- Diet-Controlled Gestational Diabetes
- Diabetes and Pregnancy
- Gestational diabetes
- Gestational diabetes managed by diet
- Pregnancy diabetes diet control
- GDM diet management
ICD-10 Codes:
- O24410: Gestational diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, diet controlled
Also known as:
- Preterm Labor
- Premature Labor
- Early Labor
- Threatened Preterm Labor
ICD-10 Codes:
- O6003: Preterm labor without delivery, third trimester
Also known as:
- Male Circumcision
- Circumcision
- Foreskin removal
- Routine circumcision
- Ritual circumcision
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z412: Encounter for routine and ritual male circumcision
What procedures does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ojeda typically perform?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Francisco Ojeda may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Ojeda's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ojeda accept my insurance?
Dr. Ojeda accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 398-6011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ojeda accept in Hickory, NC?
Dr. Ojeda in Hickory, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Independence Health Group
State of North Carolina
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ojeda's office located?
Dr. Francisco Ojeda's Primary Practice
1781 Tate Blvd SE
Hickory, NC 28602
(319) 398-6011
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PEDIATRICS
Member
PERUVIAN MEDICAL SOCIETY
Member
AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION
Member
What is Dr. Ojeda's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ojeda's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104875582.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ojeda?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ojeda
What is Dr. Francisco Ojeda's specialty?
Dr. Ojeda is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near Hickory, NC.
What does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies.
Is this Dr. Francisco Ojeda affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ojeda is affiliated with Unc Health Blue Ridge, Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center, Anmed Health Medical Center, Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center, Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital 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
When to see a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Francisco Ojeda accepting new patients in Hickory, NC?
Yes, Dr. Francisco Ojeda is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Francisco Ojeda offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ojeda's office at (319) 398-6011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Francisco Ojeda?
Please contact Dr. Ojeda's office at (319) 398-6011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Francisco Ojeda have?
Dr. Francisco Ojeda is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.
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