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36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Salerno, Pediatrician in Hilton Head, SC?
Dr. Peter Salerno, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Hilton Head, SC. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Salerno graduated from St. George's University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, Pediatrics; St Barnabas Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Salerno is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salerno’s office.
Where did Dr. Salerno go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, Pediatrics; St Barnabas Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | UMDNJ
Medical School: St George',s University | St. George's University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Salerno board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Peter Salerno, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Salerno speak?
Dr. Salerno and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Salerno typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Salerno 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. Salerno. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Sore Throat Due to Other Germs
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis from specific organisms
- Bacterial sore throat
- Infectious pharyngitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J028: Acute pharyngitis due to other specified organisms
Also known as:
- Sports Participation Health Examination
- Sports Safety
- Sports Physical
- Pre-Participation Physical Exam (PPE)
- Athletic Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z025: Encounter for examination for participation in sport
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Head Cold
- Nasal Congestion
- Upper Respiratory Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Salerno typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Salerno performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Salerno. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Salerno accept my insurance?
Dr. Salerno accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Salerno accept in Hilton Head, SC?
Dr. Salerno in Hilton Head, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Salerno's office located?
What is Dr. Salerno's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Salerno's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689631731.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salerno?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Salerno
What is Dr. Peter Salerno's specialty?
Dr. Salerno is a Pediatrician near Hilton Head, SC.
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. Peter Salerno affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Salerno is affiliated with Musc Health University 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 Peter Salerno accepting new patients in Hilton Head, SC?
Yes, Dr. Peter Salerno is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peter Salerno offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Salerno's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peter Salerno?
Please contact Dr. Salerno's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Salerno have?
Dr. Peter Salerno is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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Hilton Head, SC 29926