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Dr. Scott Budd, MD

Dr. Scott Budd, MD

Sacramento, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Budd, Pediatrician in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Scott Budd, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Budd completed his residency at Arizona Health Sciences Center. He is a member of the International Association of HealthCare Professionals. Dr. Budd is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Budd’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Budd’s office at (916) 924-9337.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Budd?

    Dr. Scott Budd, 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. Budd empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Newborn Care, Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Sacramento, CA community, Dr. Budd is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Arizona Health Sciences Center

    Is Dr. Budd board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Budd, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Budd speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Budd 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. Budd. 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:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Early infant health exam
    • First week baby checkup
    • Post-delivery newborn exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

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

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Scott Budd may include:

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

    Does Dr. Budd accept my insurance?

    Dr. Budd accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 924-9337 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Budd accept in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Budd in Sacramento, 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)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Budd's office located?

    Dr. Scott Budd's Primary Practice

    650 Howe Ave Ste 100

    Sacramento, CA 95825

    (916) 924-9337

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    International Association of HealthCare Professionals

    Member

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

    Dr. Budd's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629025390.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Budd?

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

    What is Dr. Scott Budd's specialty?

    Dr. Budd is a Pediatrician near Sacramento, 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. Scott Budd affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Budd is affiliated with Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento 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 Scott Budd accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Budd is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Scott Budd offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Budd's office at (916) 924-9337 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Scott Budd?

    Please contact Dr. Budd's office at (916) 924-9337 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Scott Budd have?

    Dr. Scott Budd is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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