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Dr. Juanita Salazar, MD

Pediatrician

Chula Vista, CA

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Salazar, Pediatrician in Chula Vista, CA?

    Dr. Juanita Salazar, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Chula Vista, CA. She has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Salazar is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salazar’s office at (619) 515-2500.

    Is Dr. Salazar board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Juanita Salazar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Salazar speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish
    • Tagalog

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Salazar 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. Salazar. 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 Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
    • Vital Signs
    • Normal BP reading
    • Blood pressure screening, all clear
    • Healthy blood pressure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure 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:

    • 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:

    • Exercise Counseling
    • Fitness Coaching
    • Physical Activity Guidance
    • Exercise Prescription

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7182: Exercise counseling

    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:

    • 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. Salazar typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Juanita Salazar may include:

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

    Does Dr. Salazar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Salazar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 515-2500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Salazar accept in Chula Vista, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Community Health Group

    • Rady Childrens Hospital-San Diego

    • Sharp HealthCare

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    Where is Dr. Salazar's office located?

    Dr. Juanita Salazar's Primary Practice

    251 Landis Ave

    Chula Vista, CA 91910

    (619) 515-2500

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    What hospitals are Dr. Salazar affiliated with?

    Dr. Salazar has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego,San Diego, CA

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

    Dr. Salazar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912938325.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salazar?

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

    What is Dr. Juanita Salazar's specialty?

    Dr. Salazar is a Pediatrician near Chula Vista, 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. Juanita Salazar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Salazar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego. 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. Juanita Salazar accepting new patients in Chula Vista, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Juanita Salazar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Juanita Salazar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Salazar's office at (619) 515-2500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Juanita Salazar?

    Please contact Dr. Salazar's office at (619) 515-2500 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Salazar's office located?

    Dr. Salazar's office is located in Chula Vista, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Juanita Salazar have?

    Dr. Juanita Salazar is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.