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Dr. Cara Vasconcelles, MD

Springfield, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vasconcelles, Pediatrician in Springfield, IL?

    Dr. Cara Vasconcelles, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Springfield, IL with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Vasconcelles graduated from Southern Illinois Univ School of Medicine and completed her residency at Southern Ill University and Affil Hosps. Dr. Vasconcelles is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vasconcelles’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vasconcelles’s office at (217) 862-0800.

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

    • Residency: Southern Ill University and Affil Hosps

    • Medical School: Southern Illinois Univ School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Vasconcelles board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Cara Vasconcelles, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Vasconcelles speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Vasconcelles 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. Vasconcelles. 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 here.

    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:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Vasconcelles 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. Vasconcelles. 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 here.

    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. Vasconcelles accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vasconcelles accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (217) 862-0800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vasconcelles accept in Springfield, IL?

    Dr. Vasconcelles in Springfield, IL 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 Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Centene

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Illinois

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Vasconcelles' office located?

    Dr. Cara Vasconcelles' Primary Practice

    3132 Old Jacksonville Rd

    Springfield, IL 62704

    (217) 862-0800

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    Dr. Cara Vasconcelles' Practice 2

    101 E Plummer Blvd

    Chatham, IL 62629

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

    Dr. Vasconcelles's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114992658.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vasconcelles?

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

    What is Dr. Cara Vasconcelles's specialty?

    Dr. Vasconcelles is a Pediatrician near Springfield, IL.

    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. Cara Vasconcelles affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vasconcelles is affiliated with Springfield Memorial Hospital, Missouri Baptist Medical Center, Decatur Memorial Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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

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    Is Cara Vasconcelles accepting new patients in Springfield, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Cara Vasconcelles is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Cara Vasconcelles offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vasconcelles's office at (217) 862-0800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Cara Vasconcelles?

    Please contact Dr. Vasconcelles's office at (217) 862-0800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Cara Vasconcelles have?

    Dr. Cara Vasconcelles is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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