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Dr. Ernie Maldonado, MD

Pasadena, CA

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Maldonado, Pediatrician in Pasadena, CA?

    Dr. Ernie Maldonado, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Pasadena, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Maldonado graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas and completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Pediatrics. Dr. Maldonado is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Maldonado’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Maldonado’s office at (626) 397-5000.

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

    • Residency: Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Pediatrics | UCLA Med Ctr/UCLA D Geffen School

    • Medical School: University Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia | University of Ia Roy J & L Carver Com | Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas

    Is Dr. Maldonado board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Ernie Maldonado, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Maldonado speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Maldonado treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Maldonado 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. Maldonado. 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:

    • RSV Bronchiolitis
    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
    • RSV lung infection
    • Viral bronchiolitis
    • Acute bronchiolitis
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Bronchiole infection
    • Acute lung inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
    • J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Oxygen
    • Lung Disease
    • Hypoxemia
    • Reduced oxygen in blood
    • Oxygen deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0902: Hypoxemia

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Ruptured Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection and Tissue Death
    • Appendicitis
    • Peritoneal Disorder
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack
    • Perforated Appendix with Gangrene
    • Localized Ruptured Appendix
    • Appendix Rupture with Tissue Death

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
    • K3532: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, without abscess

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Acute respiratory failure
    • ARDS
    • Severe breathing distress
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0603: Acute respiratory distress
    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • Kidney Infection
    • Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Infection (Pyelonephritis)
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection
    • Pyelonephritis
    • Acute Kidney Infection
    • Renal Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
    • N10: Acute pyelonephritis

    Also known as:

    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Mild Intermittent Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode
    • Mild Asthma Attack
    • Acute Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Asthma Exacerbation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
    • J4521: Mild intermittent asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Mycoplasma Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis
    • Walking Pneumonia
    • Atypical Pneumonia
    • Bacterial Pneumonia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
    • J157: Pneumonia due to Mycoplasma pneumoniae

    Also known as:

    • Other Viral Infection
    • Viral Infection
    • Uncommon Viral Diseases
    • Rare Viral Infections
    • Miscellaneous Viral Illnesses

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B348: Other viral infections of unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Other Eating and Drinking Problems
    • Unusual food cravings
    • Difficulty swallowing
    • Changes in appetite

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R638: Other symptoms and signs concerning food and fluid intake

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Croup
    • Throat Disorder
    • Acute Laryngitis
    • Laryngotracheobronchitis
    • Barking Cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]

    Which procedures does Dr. Maldonado perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Ernie Maldonado may include:

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

    Does Dr. Maldonado accept my insurance?

    Dr. Maldonado accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 397-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Maldonado accept in Pasadena, CA?

    Dr. Maldonado in Pasadena, 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

    • Altamed Health Services

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Network Medical Management

    • Preferred IPA

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Maldonado's office located?

    Dr. Ernie Maldonado's Primary Practice

    100 W California Blvd

    Pasadena, CA 91105

    (626) 397-5000

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    Dr. Ernie Maldonado's Practice 2

    4335 Dressler Rd NW

    Canton, OH 44718

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

    Dr. Maldonado's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962412304.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Maldonado?

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

    What is Dr. Ernie Maldonado's specialty?

    Dr. Maldonado is a Pediatrician near Pasadena, CA. 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. Maldonado to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ernie Maldonado affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Maldonado is affiliated with Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca), Adventist Health White Memorial 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

    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 Ernie Maldonado accepting new patients in Pasadena, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ernie Maldonado is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ernie Maldonado offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Maldonado's office at (626) 397-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ernie Maldonado?

    Please contact Dr. Maldonado's office at (626) 397-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ernie Maldonado have?

    Dr. Ernie Maldonado is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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