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Dr. Gloria Alcala, MD

Alameda, CA

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alcala, Pediatrician in Alameda, CA?

    Dr. Gloria Alcala, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Alameda, CA. She has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Alcala completed her residency at Childrens Hosp-Oakland, Pediatrics. Dr. Alcala is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alcala’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alcala’s office at (510) 523-3417.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Alcala?

    Dr. Gloria Alcala, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Alcala empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Alameda, CA community, Dr. Alcala is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Childrens Hosp-Oakland, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca

    Is Dr. Alcala board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Gloria Alcala, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Alcala speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Alcala 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. Alcala. 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 here.

    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:

    • Mental Health Screening
    • Behavioral Health Screening
    • Psychological Assessment
    • Mental Wellness Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1330: Encounter for screening examination for mental health and behavioral disorders, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Developmental Delay Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Child Development Check
    • Developmental Milestones Screening
    • Early Intervention Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1340: Encounter for screening for unspecified developmental delays

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    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

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Alcala 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. Alcala. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions

    Does Dr. Alcala accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alcala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 523-3417 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alcala accept in Alameda, CA?

    Dr. Alcala in Alameda, 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 Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Alcala's office located?

    Dr. Gloria Alcala's Primary Practice

    1332 Park St Ste 202

    Alameda, CA 94501

    (510) 523-3417

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

    Dr. Alcala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215989009.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alcala?

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

    What is Dr. Gloria Alcala's specialty?

    Dr. Alcala is a Pediatrician near Alameda, 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. Gloria Alcala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alcala is affiliated with Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 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 Gloria Alcala accepting new patients in Alameda, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Gloria Alcala is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gloria Alcala offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alcala's office at (510) 523-3417 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gloria Alcala?

    Please contact Dr. Alcala's office at (510) 523-3417 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gloria Alcala have?

    Dr. Gloria Alcala is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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