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20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Emge, Pediatrician in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Laura Emge, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA. She has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Emge is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Emge’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Emge’s office at (916) 733-3305.
Where did Dr. Emge go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Ross University School Of Medicine, Roseau, Commonwealth Of Dominica, West Indies
Is Dr. Emge board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Laura Emge, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Emge speak?
Dr. Emge and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Emge typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Emge 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. Emge. 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:
- 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
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. Emge typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Laura Emge 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. Emge's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Emge accept my insurance?
Dr. Emge accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 733-3305 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Emge accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Emge in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Unknown
Western Health Advantage
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Where is Dr. Emge's office located?
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Wait Times
100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Diagnosis
100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Laura Emge an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Emge has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Emge, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Emge's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Emge's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922016286.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Emge?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Emge
What is Dr. Laura Emge's specialty?
Dr. Emge is a Pediatrician near Sacramento, 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. Laura Emge affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Emge is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South Sacramento 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 Laura Emge accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Laura Emge is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laura Emge offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Emge's office at (916) 733-3305 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laura Emge?
Please contact Dr. Emge's office at (916) 733-3305 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Laura Emge have?
Dr. Laura Emge is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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