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Dr. Gerard Anthony Tolentino, MD

Springfield, IL

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Tolentino, Pediatrician in Springfield, IL?

    Dr. Gerard Anthony Tolentino, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Springfield, IL. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Tolentino graduated from University Of The East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center and completed his residency at Children'S Hsp-Pittsburgh, Adolescent Medicine-Pediatrics; Cook County Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Tolentino is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tolentino’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tolentino’s office at (217) 788-2300.

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

    • Residency: Children'S Hsp-Pittsburgh, Adolescent Medicine-Pediatrics; Cook County Hosp, Pediatrics | Children's Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University Of The East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center

    Is Dr. Tolentino board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Gerard Anthony Tolentino, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Tolentino speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Tolentino treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Tolentino 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. Tolentino. 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.

    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:

    • Contaminant Exposure Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Toxic Exposure Screening
    • Environmental Toxin Check
    • Pollutant Exposure Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1388: Encounter for screening for disorder due to exposure to contaminants

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADHD
    • ADD
    • Hyperactivity Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type

    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

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    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)

    Also known as:

    • Other Personal Health Risks
    • Other health risk factors
    • Specific personal risks
    • Individual health concerns

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9189: Other specified personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Childhood obesity
    • Pediatric high BMI
    • Overweight child BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
    • Health Screening
    • STD screening
    • Sexual health check
    • Venereal disease test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Early infant health exam
    • First week baby checkup
    • Post-delivery newborn exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Behavioral Changes
    • Mental Disorder
    • Changes in behavior
    • Unusual appearance
    • Behavioral symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4689: Other symptoms and signs involving appearance and behavior

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Which procedures does Dr. Tolentino perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Gerard Anthony Tolentino may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tolentino's office.

    Does Dr. Tolentino accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tolentino accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (217) 788-2300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tolentino accept in Springfield, IL?

    Dr. Tolentino in Springfield, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Molina

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Tolentino's office located?

    Dr. Gerard Anthony Tolentino's Primary Practice

    2239 E Cook St

    Springfield, IL 62703

    (217) 788-2300

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

    Dr. Tolentino's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588652580.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tolentino?

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

    What is Dr. Gerard Anthony Tolentino's specialty?

    Dr. Tolentino is a Pediatrician near Springfield, IL. 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. Contact Dr. Tolentino to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Gerard Anthony Tolentino affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Tolentino is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: University Of Illinois 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with 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 Gerard Anthony Tolentino accepting new patients in Springfield, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Gerard Anthony Tolentino is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gerard Anthony Tolentino offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tolentino's office at (217) 788-2300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gerard Anthony Tolentino?

    Please contact Dr. Tolentino's office at (217) 788-2300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gerard Anthony Tolentino have?

    Dr. Gerard Anthony Tolentino is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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