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Dr. Rita Santana, MD

New York, NY

44 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Santana, Pediatrician in New York, NY?

    Dr. Rita Santana, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in New York, NY. She has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Santana graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed her residency at Newark Beth Israel Med Ctr, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine; Lincoln Med Mntl Hlth Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Santana is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Santana’s office at (212) 568-1331.

    Where did Dr. Santana go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Newark Beth Israel Med Ctr, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine; Lincoln Med Mntl Hlth Ctr, Pediatrics | Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University Auto De Santo Domingo (Uasd) | Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas

    Is Dr. Santana board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Rita Santana, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Santana speak?

    Dr. Santana and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Santana treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Santana 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. Santana. 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.

    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:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Santana perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Rita Santana may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Santana's office.

    Does Dr. Santana accept my insurance?

    Dr. Santana accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 568-1331 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Santana accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Santana in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Santana's office located?

    Dr. Rita Santana's Primary Practice

    611 W 177th St Apt 2

    New York, NY 10033

    (212) 568-1331

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    What is Dr. Santana's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Santana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821061011.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Santana?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Santana

    What is Dr. Rita Santana's specialty?

    Dr. Santana is a Pediatrician near New York, NY. 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. Contact Dr. Santana to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Rita Santana affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Santana is affiliated with Holy Name 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with 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 Rita Santana accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Rita Santana is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rita Santana offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Santana's office at (212) 568-1331 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rita Santana?

    Please contact Dr. Santana's office at (212) 568-1331 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rita Santana have?

    Dr. Rita Santana is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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