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Who is Dr. Koester, Pediatrician in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Rita Koester, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA. She is board certified. Dr. Koester is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Koester’s office at (253) 982-9154.
Is Dr. Koester board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Rita Koester, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Koester speak?
Dr. Koester and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Koester typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, conditions treated by Dr. Rita Koester may include:
- Cri du Chat
- Down Syndrome
- Fifth Disease
- Tay Sachs Disease
- Triple X Syndrome
- Turner Syndrome
- VRE
- Whooping Cough
Please contact Dr. Koester's office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Koester typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Rita Koester 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. Koester's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Koester accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Koester's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Koester's office located?
What is Dr. Koester's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Koester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528038460.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Koester?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Koester
What is Dr. Rita Koester's specialty?
Dr. Koester is a Pediatrician near Tacoma, WA.
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. Rita Koester affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Koester 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
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Is Rita Koester accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?
Yes, Dr. Rita Koester is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rita Koester offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Koester's office at (253) 982-9154 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rita Koester?
Please contact Dr. Koester's office at (253) 982-9154 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rita Koester have?
Dr. Rita Koester is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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