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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akins, Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Roger Akins, DO is a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Akins completed his residency at Naval Reg Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Akins is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akins’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akins’s office at (916) 703-0300.
Where did Dr. Akins go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Naval Reg Med Ctr, Pediatrics
Is Dr. Akins board certified as a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Roger Akins, DO is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Akins speak?
Dr. Akins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician like Dr. Akins typically treat?
As a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician, Dr. Akins 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. Akins. 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:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism
- Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Chronic Pediatric Feeding Disorder
- Long-term Child Feeding Problem
- Chronic Infant Feeding Issue
- Persistent Pediatric Eating Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6332: Pediatric feeding disorder, chronic
Also known as:
- Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Normal BMI for child
- Child healthy weight
- Pediatric normal weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age
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:
- Other Developmental Disabilities
- Developmental Disabilities
- Atypical psychological development
- Unspecified developmental disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F88: Other disorders of psychological development
Also known as:
- Oral Phase Swallowing Difficulty
- Swallowing Disorder
- Oral dysphagia
- Trouble chewing and swallowing
- Difficulty moving food in mouth
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1311: Dysphagia, oral phase
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician like Dr. Akins typically perform?
As a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician, Dr. Akins 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. Akins. 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-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Akins accept my insurance?
Dr. Akins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 703-0300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akins accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Akins 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
Centene Corporation
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Akins' office located?
What is Dr. Akins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881666055.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akins
What is Dr. Roger Akins's specialty?
Dr. Akins is a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician near Sacramento, CA.
What does a Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician do?
A developmental-behavioral specialist is a pediatrician with advanced training and experience focused on promoting the optimal development of children and families through research, education, clinical care, and advocacy. This physician plays a key role in preventing, diagnosing, and managing developmental challenges and problematic behaviors in children, as well as addressing family dysfunctions that may hinder children's development.
Is this Dr. Roger Akins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akins is affiliated with Uc Davis 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 Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Roger Akins accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Roger Akins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Roger Akins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akins's office at (916) 703-0300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Roger Akins?
Please contact Dr. Akins's office at (916) 703-0300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Roger Akins have?
Dr. Roger Akins is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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