Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rice, Pediatrician in Bloomfield Hills, MI?
Dr. Alita Rice, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Bloomfield Hills, MI with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Rice completed her residency at Wayne State University School of Medicine. Dr. Rice is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rice’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rice’s office.
Where did Dr. Rice go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wayne State University School of Medicine | Truman Medical Center - West
Medical School: Meharry Medical College - School of Medicine (Medical Education)
Is Dr. Rice board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Alita Rice, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Rice speak?
Dr. Rice and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Rice typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Rice 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. Rice. 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:
- 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 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:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Global Language Disorder
- Understanding and Speaking Disorder
- Combined Language Impairment
ICD-10 Codes:
- F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder
Also known as:
- Contaminant Exposure Screening
- Health Screening
- Toxic Exposure Screening
- Environmental Toxin Check
- Pollutant Exposure Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1388: Encounter for screening for disorder due to exposure to contaminants
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
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Rice typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Rice 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. Rice. 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)
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Rice accept my insurance?
Dr. Rice accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rice accept in Bloomfield Hills, MI?
Dr. Rice in Bloomfield Hills, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
State of Michigan
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Rice's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Rice affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Rice has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital,Royal Oak, MI
Ranked in 3 Procedures

Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital,Royal Oak, MI
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Henry Ford Hospital,Detroit, MI
Ranked Lung Cancer Surgery

Henry Ford Hospital,Detroit, MI
Ranked Lung Cancer Surgery
Childrens Hospital Of Michigan - Main Campus,Detroit, MI
Childrens Hospital Of Michigan - Main Campus,Detroit, MI
What is Dr. Rice's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rice's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285678730.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rice?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rice
What is Dr. Alita Rice's specialty?
Dr. Rice is a Pediatrician near Bloomfield Hills, 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 Dr. Alita Rice affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rice is affiliated with Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Henry Ford 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
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Is Dr. Alita Rice accepting new patients in Bloomfield Hills, MI?
Yes, Dr. Alita Rice is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alita Rice offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rice's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alita Rice?
Please contact Dr. Rice's office to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Rice's office located?
Dr. Rice's offices are located in Bloomfield Hills, MI and Detroit, MI.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alita Rice have?
Dr. Alita Rice is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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