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Dr. Sara Dobbs, MD

Pediatrician

Fremont, CA

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients
Telehealth

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dobbs, Pediatrician in Fremont, CA?

    Dr. Sara Dobbs, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Fremont, CA. She has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Dobbs graduated from Yale University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Dobbs is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dobbs’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dobbs’s office at (510) 792-4373.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Dobbs?

    Dr. Sara Dobbs, 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. Dobbs empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Adolescent Medicine, Child Abuse & Neglect, Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Fremont, CA community, Dr. Dobbs is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: Yale University School of Medicine | Yale University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Dobbs board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Sara Dobbs, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Dobbs speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Dobbs 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. Dobbs. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Tuberculosis Screening
    • TB test
    • PPD test
    • Tuberculosis exposure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis

    Also known as:

    • Intractable Focal Epilepsy
    • Epilepsy
    • Drug-Resistant Focal Epilepsy
    • Difficult-to-Treat Partial Seizures
    • Refractory Focal Epilepsy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40019: Localization-related (focal) (partial) idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with seizures of localized onset, intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    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. Dobbs typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Sara Dobbs may include:

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

    Does Dr. Dobbs accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dobbs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 792-4373 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dobbs accept in Fremont, CA?

    Dr. Dobbs in Fremont, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Dobbs' office located?

    Dr. Sara Dobbs also offers virtual visits

    Dr. Sara Dobbs' Primary Practice

    2191 Mowry Ave Ste 600C

    Fremont, CA 94538

    (510) 792-4373

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    What hospitals are Dr. Dobbs affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Dobbs has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    UCSF Medical Center at Mount Zion,San Francisco, CA

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

    Dr. Dobbs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457396012.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dobbs?

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

    What is Dr. Sara Dobbs's specialty?

    Dr. Dobbs is a Pediatrician near Fremont, 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 Dr. Sara Dobbs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dobbs is affiliated with Washington Hospital Healthcare System 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 Dr. Sara Dobbs accepting new patients in Fremont, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Sara Dobbs is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sara Dobbs offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dobbs' office at (510) 792-4373 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sara Dobbs?

    Please contact Dr. Dobbs' office at (510) 792-4373 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Dobbs' office located?

    Dr. Dobbs' office is located in Fremont, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sara Dobbs have?

    Dr. Sara Dobbs is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.