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Dr. Maria Axelrod, MD

Kennesaw, GA

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    Who is Dr. Axelrod, Pediatrician in Kennesaw, GA?

    Dr. Maria Axelrod, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Kennesaw, GA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Axelrod graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University and completed her residency at University of Rochester Program. Dr. Axelrod is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Axelrod’s practice accepts Medicaid, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Axelrod’s office at (770) 429-1005.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Axelrod?

    Dr. Maria Axelrod, 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. Axelrod empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Asthma, Obesity, Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Kennesaw, GA community, Dr. Axelrod is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: University of Rochester Program

    • Medical School: State University of New York Upstate Medical University

    What languages does Dr. Axelrod speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Axelrod 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. Axelrod. 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 here.

    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:

    • Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Global Language Disorder
    • Understanding and Speaking Disorder
    • Combined Language Impairment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder

    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:

    • Global Developmental Delay Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Comprehensive Developmental Screening
    • Milestone Delay Screening
    • Overall Child Development Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1342: Encounter for screening for global developmental delays (milestones)

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Axelrod 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. Axelrod. 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 here.

    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

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Does Dr. Axelrod accept my insurance?

    Dr. Axelrod accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 429-1005 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Axelrod accept in Kennesaw, GA?

    Dr. Axelrod in Kennesaw, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • CareSource

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • State of Georgia

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Axelrod's office located?

    Dr. Maria Axelrod's Primary Practice

    3745 Cherokee St NW

    Kennesaw, GA 30144

    (770) 429-1005

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    Dr. Maria Axelrod's Practice 2

    910 Dannon Vw SW Ste 2102

    Atlanta, GA 30331

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

    Dr. Axelrod's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558368845.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Axelrod?

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

    What is Dr. Maria Axelrod's specialty?

    Dr. Axelrod is a Pediatrician near Kennesaw, GA.

    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. Maria Axelrod affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Axelrod is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Scottish Rite Hospital, Childrens Egleston Hospital, Childrens Hughes Spalding 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 Maria Axelrod accepting new patients in Kennesaw, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Maria Axelrod is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Maria Axelrod offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Axelrod's office at (770) 429-1005 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Maria Axelrod?

    Please contact Dr. Axelrod's office at (770) 429-1005 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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