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Dr. Douglas Dougherty, DO

Dr. Douglas Dougherty, DO

Pediatrician

Garden City, NY

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dougherty, Pediatrician in Garden City, NY?

    Dr. Douglas Dougherty, DO is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Garden City, NY. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Dougherty graduated from New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Winthrop-University Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Dougherty is fluent in English, Italian, Persian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dougherty’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dougherty’s office at (516) 248-8334.

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

    • Residency: Winthrop-University Hosp, Pediatrics | Winthrop-University Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Ny Coll Of Osteo Med Of Ny Inst Of Tech- Old Westbury Ny | New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine | New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine | New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Dougherty board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Dougherty, DO is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Dougherty speak?

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

    • English
    • Italian
    • Persian
    • Spanish

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Dougherty 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. Dougherty. 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:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical 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:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Chlamydia of the Urinary and Genital Tract
    • Chlamydia Infection
    • Chlamydia genitourinary infection
    • Chlamydia UTI
    • Chlamydia reproductive tract infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A562: Chlamydial infection of genitourinary tract, unspecified

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

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Douglas Dougherty may include:

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

    Does Dr. Dougherty accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dougherty accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 248-8334 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dougherty accept in Garden City, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • EmblemHealth

    • Medicaid

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Dougherty's office located?

    Dr. Douglas Dougherty's Primary Practice

    1000 Franklin Ave Ste 100

    Garden City, NY 11530

    (516) 248-8334

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

    Dr. Dougherty's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962406538.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dougherty?

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

    What is Dr. Douglas Dougherty's specialty?

    Dr. Dougherty is a Pediatrician near Garden City, 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. Douglas Dougherty affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dougherty is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital 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. Douglas Dougherty accepting new patients in Garden City, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Dougherty is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Douglas Dougherty offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dougherty's office at (516) 248-8334 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Douglas Dougherty?

    Please contact Dr. Dougherty's office at (516) 248-8334 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Dougherty's office located?

    Dr. Dougherty's office is located in Garden City, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Dougherty have?

    Dr. Douglas Dougherty is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.