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Dr. Maria Luiza Albuquerque, MD
Scranton, PA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Albuquerque, Pediatrician in Scranton, PA?
Dr. Maria Luiza Albuquerque, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Scranton, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Albuquerque is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Albuquerque’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Albuquerque’s office at (570) 703-8000.
Is Dr. Albuquerque board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Maria Luiza Albuquerque, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Albuquerque speak?
Dr. Albuquerque and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Albuquerque typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Albuquerque 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. Albuquerque. 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:
- 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. Albuquerque typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Maria Luiza Albuquerque may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Albuquerque's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Albuquerque accept my insurance?
Dr. Albuquerque accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 703-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Albuquerque accept in Scranton, PA?
Dr. Albuquerque in Scranton, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Albuquerque's office located?
Dr. Maria Luiza Albuquerque's Primary Practice
1800 Mulberry St
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 703-8000
What is Dr. Albuquerque's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Albuquerque's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235149113.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Albuquerque?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Albuquerque
What is Dr. Maria Luiza Albuquerque's specialty?
Dr. Albuquerque is a Pediatrician near Scranton, PA.
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. Maria Luiza Albuquerque affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Albuquerque is affiliated with Geisinger Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Maria Luiza Albuquerque accepting new patients in Scranton, PA?
Yes, Dr. Maria Luiza Albuquerque is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Maria Luiza Albuquerque offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Albuquerque's office at (570) 703-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Maria Luiza Albuquerque?
Please contact Dr. Albuquerque's office at (570) 703-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Maria Luiza Albuquerque have?
Dr. Maria Luiza Albuquerque is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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