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Dr. Blanca Fresno, MD

Pediatrician

National City, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fresno, Pediatrician in National City, CA?

    Dr. Blanca Fresno, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in National City, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Fresno graduated from Universidad De Buenos Aires, Facultad De Ciencias Medicas and completed her residency at Hurley Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Fresno is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fresno’s office at (619) 472-4575.

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

    • Residency: Hurley Med Ctr, Pediatrics | Hurley Med Center | Hurley Medical Center/Michigan State University Program

    • Medical School: University De Buenos Aires- Fac De Med- Buenos Aires- Argentina | Universidad De Buenos Aires, Facultad De Ciencias Medicas | Universidad De Buenos Aires, Facultad De Ciencias Medicas

    Is Dr. Fresno board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Blanca Fresno, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Fresno speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Fresno 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. Fresno. 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:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    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:

    • Preventive Fluoride Treatment
    • Fluoride application
    • Dental fluoride treatment
    • Prophylactic fluoride

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z293: Encounter for prophylactic fluoride administration

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Exercise Counseling
    • Fitness Coaching
    • Physical Activity Guidance
    • Exercise Prescription

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7182: Exercise counseling

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

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Blanca Fresno may include:

    Please contact Dr. Fresno's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Fresno accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fresno accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 472-4575 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fresno accept in National City, CA?

    Dr. Fresno in National City, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Community Health Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • Sharp HealthCare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Fresno's office located?

    Dr. Blanca Fresno's Primary Practice

    655 Euclid Ave Ste 207

    National City, CA 91950

    (619) 472-4575

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    What hospitals are Dr. Fresno affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Fresno has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego,San Diego, CA
    Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego,San Diego, CA

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

    Dr. Fresno's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346258787.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fresno?

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

    What is Dr. Blanca Fresno's specialty?

    Dr. Fresno is a Pediatrician near National City, 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 Dr. Blanca Fresno affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fresno is affiliated with Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center 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 Dr. Blanca Fresno accepting new patients in National City, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Blanca Fresno is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Blanca Fresno offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fresno's office at (619) 472-4575 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Blanca Fresno?

    Please contact Dr. Fresno's office at (619) 472-4575 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Fresno's office located?

    Dr. Fresno's office is located in National City, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Blanca Fresno have?

    Dr. Blanca Fresno is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.