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Dr. Ernie Maldonado, MD

Pediatrician

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. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. 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 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 as a 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 a Pediatrician like Dr. Maldonado typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • 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:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    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:

    • 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:

    • Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
    • Acute respiratory failure
    • ARDS
    • Severe breathing distress

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0603: Acute respiratory distress

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

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

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

    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 Commercial

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Network Medical Management

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Maldonado's office located?

    Pediatrics Department

    100 W California Blvd

    Pasadena, CA 91105

    (626) 397-5000

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    What is Dr. Maldonado's NPI number?A 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.

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

    Yes, Dr. Maldonado is affiliated with Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca), Adventist Health White Memorial, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Pih Health Whittier Hospital, Los Angeles General Medical Center 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

    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. 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 Dr. Ernie Maldonado?

    Please contact Dr. Maldonado's office at (626) 397-5000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Maldonado's office located?

    Dr. Maldonado's office is located in Pasadena, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ernie Maldonado have?

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