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Dr. Paula Thaqi, MD

Pediatrician

Fort Lauderdale, FL

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Thaqi, Pediatrician in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

    Dr. Paula Thaqi, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Fort Lauderdale, FL. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Thaqi graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed her residency at Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Pediatrics. Dr. Thaqi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thaqi’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thaqi’s office at (954) 467-4700.

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

    • Residency: Ny & Presby Hp-Columbia Campus, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Thaqi board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Paula Thaqi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Thaqi speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Thaqi 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. Thaqi. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to Rabies
    • Rabies
    • Rabies contact
    • Suspected rabies exposure
    • Animal bite rabies risk

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z203: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to rabies

    Also known as:

    • Birth Control Shot Check-up
    • Birth Control
    • Injectable contraceptive follow-up
    • Depo-Provera monitoring
    • Birth control injection check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3042: Encounter for surveillance of injectable contraceptive

    Also known as:

    • Tuberculosis Exposure
    • Tuberculosis
    • TB Exposure
    • Suspected TB contact
    • Tuberculosis contact

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z201: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to tuberculosis

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

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Paula Thaqi may include:

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

    Does Dr. Thaqi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thaqi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 467-4700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thaqi accept in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

    Dr. Thaqi in Fort Lauderdale, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Broward Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Thaqi's office located?

    Dr. Paula Thaqi's Primary Practice

    780 SW 24th St

    Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315

    (954) 467-4700

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

    Dr. Thaqi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003885765.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thaqi?

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

    What is Dr. Paula Thaqi's specialty?

    Dr. Thaqi is a Pediatrician near Fort Lauderdale, FL.

    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. Paula Thaqi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Thaqi is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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. Paula Thaqi accepting new patients in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Paula Thaqi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paula Thaqi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thaqi's office at (954) 467-4700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Paula Thaqi?

    Please contact Dr. Thaqi's office at (954) 467-4700 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Thaqi's office located?

    Dr. Thaqi's office is located in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Paula Thaqi have?

    Dr. Paula Thaqi is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.