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Dr. Kathleen Gallagher, MD

Cary, NC

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gallagher, Pediatrician in Cary, NC?

    Dr. Kathleen Gallagher, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Cary, NC with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Gallagher graduated from Wake Forest University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Duke Univ Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Gallagher is fluent in English, Sign Languages, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gallagher’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gallagher’s office at (919) 467-3211.

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

    • Residency: Duke Univ Med Ctr, Pediatrics | Duke University Med Ctr | Duke University Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Wake Forest University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Gallagher board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Kathleen Gallagher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Gallagher speak?

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

    • English

    • Sign Languages

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Gallagher treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Gallagher 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. Gallagher. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
    • Health Screening
    • STD screening
    • Sexual health check
    • Venereal disease test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Bacterial Pink Eye
    • Mucopurulent Conjunctivitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H10023: Other mucopurulent conjunctivitis, bilateral

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection Exposure
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Disease Contact
    • Suspected Viral Infection
    • Exposure to Viruses

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Which procedures does Dr. Gallagher perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Kathleen Gallagher may include:

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

    Does Dr. Gallagher accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gallagher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 467-3211 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gallagher accept in Cary, NC?

    Dr. Gallagher in Cary, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • Cigna

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicaid

    • State of North Carolina

    • Trustmark Insurance Company

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Gallagher's office located?

    Dr. Kathleen Gallagher's Primary Practice

    1001 Crescent Green

    Cary, NC 27518

    (919) 467-3211

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    Dr. Kathleen Gallagher's Practice 2

    316 Judd Place Dr

    Fuquay Varina, NC 27526

    (919) 557-2362

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

    Dr. Gallagher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942253604.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gallagher?

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

    What is Dr. Kathleen Gallagher's specialty?

    Dr. Gallagher is a Pediatrician near Cary, NC. 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. Gallagher to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kathleen Gallagher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gallagher is affiliated with WakeMed Raleigh Campus, WakeMed Cary 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

    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 Kathleen Gallagher accepting new patients in Cary, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Kathleen Gallagher is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kathleen Gallagher offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gallagher's office at (919) 467-3211 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kathleen Gallagher?

    Please contact Dr. Gallagher's office at (919) 467-3211 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kathleen Gallagher have?

    Dr. Kathleen Gallagher is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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