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Who is Dr. Smitherman, Pediatrician in Detroit, MI?
Dr. Lynn Smitherman, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Detroit, MI with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Smitherman completed her residency at Wayne St Univ Affil Hosp, Internal Medicine and is currently affiliated with Childrens Hospital Of Mi. Dr. Smitherman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smitherman’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smitherman’s office at (313) 832-8270.
Where did Dr. Smitherman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wayne St Univ Affil Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Cincinnati Coll of Med, Cincinnati Oh
Is Dr. Smitherman board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Lynn Smitherman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Smitherman speak?
Dr. Smitherman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Smitherman typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Smitherman 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. Smitherman. 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)
- Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
- Health Checkup
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
- Newborn Exam
- Infant Checkup
- Post-Birth Checkup
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
- Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old
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
- Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
- Health Checkup
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
- Early infant health exam
- First week baby checkup
- Post-delivery newborn exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
- Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old
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
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Smitherman typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Smitherman 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. Smitherman. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Does Dr. Smitherman accept my insurance?
Dr. Smitherman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (313) 832-8270 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Smitherman accept in Detroit, MI?
Dr. Smitherman in Detroit, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Henry Ford Health System
McLaren Health Care
Molina Healthcare
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Michigan
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Smitherman's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Lynn Smitherman?
Dr. Smitherman has appointments available at her Detroit, MI office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Smitherman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Smitherman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609814722.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smitherman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Smitherman
What is Dr. Lynn Smitherman's specialty?
Dr. Smitherman is a Pediatrician near Detroit, MI.
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. Lynn Smitherman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Smitherman is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Children's Hospital of Michigan. 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
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Is Lynn Smitherman accepting new patients in Detroit, MI?
Yes, Dr. Lynn Smitherman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lynn Smitherman offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Smitherman, or call (313) 832-8270 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Lynn Smitherman?
Please contact Dr. Smitherman's office at (313) 832-8270 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lynn Smitherman have?
Dr. Lynn Smitherman is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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