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Dr. Matthew Allen, MD

Dr. Matthew Allen, MD

Seattle, WA

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Allen, Pediatrician in Seattle, WA?

    Dr. Matthew Allen, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Allen graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Allen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Allen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Allen’s office at (206) 783-9300.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Allen?

    Dr. Matthew Allen, 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. Allen empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Seattle, WA community, Dr. Allen is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Pediatrics | Pediatrics, University of Washington Medical Center, Seattle | University of Washington Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: University of Wa Sch of Med, Seattle Wa | University of Washington School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Allen board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Matthew Allen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Allen speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Allen 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. Allen. 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)
    • Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
    • Newborn Exam
    • Infant Checkup
    • Post-Birth Checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
    • Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Allen 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. Allen. 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:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function

    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:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Does Dr. Allen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Allen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 783-9300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Allen accept in Seattle, WA?

    Dr. Allen in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • First Administrators

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Microsoft

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Allen's office located?

    Dr. Matthew Allen's Primary Practice

    7554 15th Ave NW

    Seattle, WA 98117

    (206) 783-9300

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    What hospitals are Dr. Allen affiliated with?

    Dr. Allen has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Seattle Children's Hospital,Seattle, WA
    Swedish Ballard Campus,Seattle, WA

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

    Dr. Allen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265430441.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Allen?

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

    What is Dr. Matthew Allen's specialty?

    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. Matthew Allen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Allen is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Seattle Children's Hospital, Swedish Ballard Campus. 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. Matthew Allen accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Matthew Allen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Matthew Allen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Allen's office at (206) 783-9300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Matthew Allen?

    Please contact Dr. Allen's office at (206) 783-9300 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Allen's office located?

    Dr. Allen's office is located in Seattle, WA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Matthew Allen have?

    Dr. Matthew Allen is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.