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Dr. Jose Ortega, MD

Pediatrician

Kensington, MD

Accepting patients
Online booking

    Who is Dr. Ortega, Pediatrician in Kensington, MD?

    Dr. Jose Ortega, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Kensington, MD with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Ortega completed his residency at Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Pediatrics. Dr. Ortega is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ortega’s office.

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

    • Residency: Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: University Francisco Marroquin, Fac De Med, Guatemala | Universidad Francisco Marroquin, Facultad De Medicina

    Is Dr. Ortega board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Jose Ortega, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Ortega speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Ortega typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Ortega 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. Ortega. 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:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Understanding Test Results
    • Test results explanation
    • Medical findings review
    • Diagnostic interpretation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Ortega typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Jose Ortega may include:

    Please contact Dr. Ortega's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Ortega accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ortega accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ortega accept in Kensington, MD?

    Dr. Ortega in Kensington, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Johns Hopkins Health System

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    Where is Dr. Ortega's office located?

    Dr. Jose Ortega's Primary Practice

    10901 Connecticut Ave Ste 100

    Kensington, MD 20895

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    Dr. Jose Ortega's Practice 2

    8011 New Hampshire Ave

    Adelphi, MD 20783

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    What hospitals are Dr. Ortega affiliated with?

    Dr. Ortega has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Childrens National Hospital,Washington, DC

    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Jose Ortega?

    Dr. Ortega has appointments available at his Kensington, MD office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Ortega's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952376634.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ortega?

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

    What is Dr. Jose Ortega's specialty?

    Dr. Ortega is a Pediatrician near Kensington, MD.

    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 Dr. Jose Ortega affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Ortega is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens National 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

    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 Dr. Jose Ortega accepting new patients in Kensington, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Jose Ortega is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jose Ortega offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ortega, or contact the office for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jose Ortega?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ortega, or contact the office for more information.

    Where is Dr. Ortega's office located?

    Dr. Ortega's offices are located in Kensington, MD and Adelphi, MD.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jose Ortega have?

    Dr. Jose Ortega is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.