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Dr. Louella Miranda, MD

Pediatrician

Elmhurst, NY

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Miranda, Pediatrician in Elmhurst, NY?

    Dr. Louella Miranda, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Elmhurst, NY with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Miranda graduated from Topiwala National Medical College and completed her residency at North Shore Univ Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Miranda is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Miranda’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Miranda’s office at (718) 271-9730.

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

    • Residency: North Shore Univ Hosp, Pediatrics | NSLIJHS/Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Medicine at North Shore University Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Topiwala National Medical College

    Is Dr. Miranda board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Louella Miranda, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Miranda speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Miranda 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. Miranda. 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:

    • Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Normal BMI for child
    • Child healthy weight
    • Pediatric normal weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism
    • Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Childhood obesity
    • Pediatric high BMI
    • Overweight child BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Overweight Child
    • Body Weight
    • Childhood Overweight
    • Pediatric Overweight
    • High BMI in Children

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6853: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 85th percentile to less than 95th percentile for age

    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

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

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Louella Miranda may include:

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

    Does Dr. Miranda accept my insurance?

    Dr. Miranda accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 271-9730 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Miranda accept in Elmhurst, NY?

    Dr. Miranda in Elmhurst, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicaid

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Miranda's office located?

    Dr. Louella Miranda's Primary Practice

    8831 55th Ave # 201

    Elmhurst, NY 11373

    (718) 271-9730

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    Dr. Louella Miranda's Practice 2

    8615 Queens Blvd

    Elmhurst, NY 11373

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

    Dr. Miranda's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154360840.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Miranda?

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

    What is Dr. Louella Miranda's specialty?

    Dr. Miranda is a Pediatrician near Elmhurst, NY.

    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 Dr. Louella Miranda affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Miranda is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    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 Dr. Louella Miranda accepting new patients in Elmhurst, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Louella Miranda is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Louella Miranda offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Miranda's office at (718) 271-9730 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Louella Miranda?

    Please contact Dr. Miranda's office at (718) 271-9730 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Miranda's office located?

    Dr. Miranda's office is located in Elmhurst, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Louella Miranda have?

    Dr. Louella Miranda is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.