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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sternfeld, Pediatrician in Escondido, CA?
Dr. Sharon Sternfeld, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Escondido, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Sternfeld graduated from University of California and completed her residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Sternfeld is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sternfeld’s office at (760) 746-2641.
Where did Dr. Sternfeld go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Pediatrics | UCSD-Kaiser San Diego
Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | University of California
Is Dr. Sternfeld board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Sharon Sternfeld, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Sternfeld speak?
Dr. Sternfeld and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Sternfeld typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Sternfeld 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. Sternfeld. 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:
- 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:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
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
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Sternfeld typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Sharon Sternfeld 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. Sternfeld's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sternfeld accept my insurance?
Dr. Sternfeld accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 746-2641 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sternfeld accept in Escondido, CA?
Dr. Sternfeld in Escondido, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp HealthCare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sternfeld's office located?
Dr. Sharon Sternfeld's Primary Practice
1001 E Grand Ave
Escondido, CA 92025
(760) 746-2641
What is Dr. Sternfeld's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sternfeld's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184695108.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sternfeld?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sternfeld
What is Dr. Sharon Sternfeld's specialty?
Dr. Sternfeld is a Pediatrician near Escondido, 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. Sharon Sternfeld affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sternfeld is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Poway 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 Sharon Sternfeld accepting new patients in Escondido, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sharon Sternfeld is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sharon Sternfeld offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sternfeld's office at (760) 746-2641 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sharon Sternfeld?
Please contact Dr. Sternfeld's office at (760) 746-2641 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sharon Sternfeld have?
Dr. Sharon Sternfeld is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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