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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gorum, Pediatrician in Santa Cruz, CA?
Dr. Carla Gorum, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Santa Cruz, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 22 years. Dr. Gorum completed her residency at St Christophers Hospital For Chldn. Dr. Gorum is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gorum’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gorum’s office at (831) 476-3000.
Where did Dr. Gorum go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Christophers Hospital For Chldn
What languages does Dr. Gorum speak?
Dr. Gorum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Gorum typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Gorum 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. Gorum. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Breastfeeding Care
- Breastfeeding
- Postpartum Care
- Lactation Support
- Nursing Mother Check-up
- Breastfeeding Consultation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z391: Encounter for care and examination of lactating mother
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Gorum typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Carla Gorum may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Gorum's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gorum accept my insurance?
Dr. Gorum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 476-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gorum accept in Santa Cruz, CA?
Dr. Gorum in Santa Cruz, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Santa Cruz County
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Gorum's office located?
What is Dr. Gorum's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gorum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679560197.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gorum?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gorum
What is Dr. Carla Gorum's specialty?
Dr. Gorum is a Pediatrician near Santa Cruz, CA.
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. Carla Gorum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gorum is affiliated with Sutter Maternity & Surgery Center Of Santa Cruz 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 Carla Gorum accepting new patients in Santa Cruz, CA?
Yes, Dr. Carla Gorum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carla Gorum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gorum's office at (831) 476-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carla Gorum?
Please contact Dr. Gorum's office at (831) 476-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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