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Dr. Josephine Lopez, MD

Pediatrician

Athens, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lopez, Pediatrician in Athens, GA?

    Dr. Josephine Lopez, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Athens, GA. She is board certified. Dr. Lopez graduated from University of the Philippines Manila College of Medicine. Dr. Lopez is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lopez’s office at (888) 829-8550.

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

    • Medical School: University of the Philippines Manila College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Lopez board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Josephine Lopez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine , American Board of Preventative Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Lopez speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish
    • Tagalog

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Lopez 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. Lopez. 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:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Head Cold
    • Nasal Congestion
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]
    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Normal BMI for child
    • Child healthy weight
    • Pediatric normal weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age

    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:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

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

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Josephine Lopez may include:

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

    Does Dr. Lopez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lopez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (888) 829-8550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lopez accept in Athens, GA?

    Dr. Lopez in Athens, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Nippon Life Insurance Company of America

    • State of Georgia

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lopez's office located?

    Dr. Josephine Lopez's Primary Practice

    1500 Oglethorpe Ave Ste 100

    Athens, GA 30606

    (888) 829-8550

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    What hospitals are Dr. Lopez affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Lopez has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Childrens Egleston Hospital,Atlanta, GA
    Childrens Scottish Rite Hospital,Atlanta, GA

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

    Dr. Lopez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285699199.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lopez?

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

    What is Dr. Josephine Lopez's specialty?

    Dr. Lopez is a Pediatrician near Athens, GA.

    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. Josephine Lopez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lopez is affiliated with Piedmont Athens Regional 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 Dr. Josephine Lopez accepting new patients in Athens, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Josephine Lopez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Josephine Lopez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lopez's office at (888) 829-8550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Josephine Lopez?

    Please contact Dr. Lopez's office at (888) 829-8550 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lopez's office located?

    Dr. Lopez's office is located in Athens, GA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Josephine Lopez have?

    Dr. Josephine Lopez is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and American Board of Preventative Medicine.