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Dr. John Firestone, MD
Metairie, LA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Firestone, Pediatrician in Metairie, LA?
Dr. John Firestone, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Metairie, LA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Firestone completed his residency at Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Pediatrics. Dr. Firestone is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Firestone’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Firestone’s office at (504) 837-7760.
Where did Dr. Firestone go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, Pediatrics
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La
Is Dr. Firestone board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. John Firestone, MD is board certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology , American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Firestone speak?
Dr. Firestone and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Firestone typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Firestone 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. Firestone. 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Cerebral Palsy
- Paralysis
- Quadriplegic CP
- Spastic CP affecting all limbs
- Four-limb spastic paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Head Cold
- Nasal Congestion
- Upper Respiratory Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]
Also known as:
- Dependence on Ventilator
- Respirator Dependence
- Breathing Machine Reliance
- Long-term Ventilation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9911: Dependence on respirator [ventilator] status
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Firestone typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Firestone 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. Firestone. 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. Firestone accept my insurance?
Dr. Firestone accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 837-7760 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Firestone accept in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Firestone in Metairie, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Firestone's office located?
What is Dr. Firestone's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Firestone's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386648830.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Firestone?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Firestone
What is Dr. John Firestone's specialty?
Dr. Firestone is a Pediatrician near Metairie, LA.
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 this Dr. John Firestone affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Firestone is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, West Jefferson Medical Center, Slidell Memorial Hospital, East Jefferson General 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 John Firestone accepting new patients in Metairie, LA?
Yes, Dr. John Firestone is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Firestone offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Firestone's office at (504) 837-7760 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Firestone?
Please contact Dr. Firestone's office at (504) 837-7760 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Firestone have?
Dr. John Firestone is certified by the American Board of Allergy and Immunology and American Board of Pediatrics.
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