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Dr. Steven Friesen, MD

Pediatrician

Ashland, OH

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Friesen, Pediatrician in Ashland, OH?

    Dr. Steven Friesen, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Ashland, OH. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Friesen graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University and completed his residency at Childrens Hosp Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Friesen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Friesen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Friesen’s office at (419) 207-1085.

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

    • Residency: Childrens Hosp Med Ctr, Pediatrics | Eastern Virginia Medical School Program

    • Medical School: University of South Fl Coll of Med, Tampa Fl | Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University | University of Central Florida College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Friesen board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Steven Friesen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Friesen speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Friesen 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. Friesen. 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Head Cold
    • Nasal Congestion
    • Upper Respiratory Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H66003: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat Due to Other Germs
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis from specific organisms
    • Bacterial sore throat
    • Infectious pharyngitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
    • J028: Acute pharyngitis due to other specified organisms

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Friesen 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. Friesen. 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

    Does Dr. Friesen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Friesen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (419) 207-1085 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Friesen accept in Ashland, OH?

    Dr. Friesen in Ashland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Medical Mutual of Ohio

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Friesen's office located?

    Dr. Steven Friesen's Primary Practice

    1522 Claremont Ave

    Ashland, OH 44805

    (419) 207-1085

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    What hospitals are Dr. Friesen affiliated with?

    Dr. Friesen has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Galion Hospital,Galion, OH
    Cincinnati Childrens - Burnet Campus,Cincinnati, OH
    Akron Childrens,Akron, OH
    Bucyrus Community Hospital,Bucyrus, OH
    Avita Health System - Ontario Hospital,Ontario, OH

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

    Dr. Friesen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588668404.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Friesen?

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

    What is Dr. Steven Friesen's specialty?

    Dr. Friesen is a Pediatrician near Ashland, OH.

    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. Steven Friesen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Friesen is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Galion Hospital, Cincinnati Childrens - Burnet Campus, Akron Childrens, Bucyrus Community Hospital, Avita Health System - Ontario 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. Steven Friesen accepting new patients in Ashland, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Steven Friesen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Steven Friesen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Friesen's office at (419) 207-1085 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Steven Friesen?

    Please contact Dr. Friesen's office at (419) 207-1085 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Friesen's office located?

    Dr. Friesen's office is located in Ashland, OH.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Steven Friesen have?

    Dr. Steven Friesen is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.