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Dr. Donald Riddle, MD

Dr. Donald Riddle, MD

Pediatrician

Kinston, NC

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Riddle, Pediatrician in Kinston, NC?

    Dr. Donald Riddle, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Kinston, NC. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Riddle graduated from Wake Forest University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Pediatrics; Bowman Gray Sch Med Afl Hs, Pediatrics. Dr. Riddle is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Riddle’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Riddle’s office at (252) 522-0335.

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

    • Residency: Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Pediatrics; Bowman Gray Sch Med Afl Hs, Pediatrics | Bowman Gray School Med Afl Hs | BOWMAN GRAY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE

    • Medical School: Wake Forest University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Riddle board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Donald Riddle, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Riddle speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Riddle 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. Riddle. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    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

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

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Donald Riddle may include:

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

    Does Dr. Riddle accept my insurance?

    Dr. Riddle accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (252) 522-0335 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Riddle accept in Kinston, NC?

    Dr. Riddle in Kinston, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Independence Health Group

    • MedCost

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Riddle's office located?

    Dr. Donald Riddle's Primary Practice

    2509 N Queen St

    Kinston, NC 28501

    (252) 522-0335

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

    Dr. Riddle's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861476061.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Riddle?

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

    What is Dr. Donald Riddle's specialty?

    Dr. Riddle is a Pediatrician near Kinston, NC.

    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. Donald Riddle affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Riddle is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 Dr. Donald Riddle accepting new patients in Kinston, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Donald Riddle is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Donald Riddle offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Riddle's office at (252) 522-0335 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Donald Riddle?

    Please contact Dr. Riddle's office at (252) 522-0335 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Riddle's office located?

    Dr. Riddle's office is located in Kinston, NC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Donald Riddle have?

    Dr. Donald Riddle is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.