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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yunis, Pediatrician in Grand Junction, CO?
Dr. Omar Yunis, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Grand Junction, CO. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Yunis graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and completed his residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Program. Dr. Yunis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yunis’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yunis’s office at (952) 460-4000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Yunis?
Dr. Omar Yunis, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Yunis empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Grand Junction, CO community, Dr. Yunis is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Yunis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Program
Medical School: Thomas Jefferson University Jefferson Medical College | Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University
Is Dr. Yunis board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Omar Yunis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Yunis speak?
Dr. Yunis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Yunis typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Yunis 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. Yunis. 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)
- Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
- Health Checkup
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
- Newborn Exam
- Infant Checkup
- Post-Birth Checkup
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
- Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Blood Disorder Check
- Immune System Check-up
- Hematologic Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Developmental Speech and Language Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Childhood Language Delay
- Global Speech Delay
- Unspecified Communication Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F809: Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified
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
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Yunis typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Yunis performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Yunis. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Generating Device Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
- Augmentative Communication Therapy
- AAC Device Programming
- Speech Device Training
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
- 92609: Therapeutic services for the use of speech-generating device, including programming and modification
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Also known as:
- Injection for Skin Lesions (Up to 7)
- Intralesional Injection
- Lesion Injection Therapy
- Steroid Injection for Skin Bumps
CPT Codes:
- 11900: Injection, intralesional; up to and including 7 lesions
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
Does Dr. Yunis accept my insurance?
Dr. Yunis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (952) 460-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yunis accept in Grand Junction, CO?
Dr. Yunis in Grand Junction, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthPartners
State of Minnesota
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Yunis' office located?
Dr. Omar Yunis' Primary Practice
601 28 1/4 Rd Unit B
Grand Junction, CO 81506
(952) 460-4000
What is Dr. Yunis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yunis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588642300.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yunis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yunis
What is Dr. Omar Yunis's specialty?
Dr. Yunis is a Pediatrician near Grand Junction, CO.
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. Omar Yunis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yunis is affiliated with Fairview Ridges Hospital, M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
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Is Omar Yunis accepting new patients in Grand Junction, CO?
Yes, Dr. Omar Yunis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Omar Yunis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yunis's office at (952) 460-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Omar Yunis?
Please contact Dr. Yunis's office at (952) 460-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Omar Yunis have?
Dr. Omar Yunis is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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