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Dr. Cristina Boccalandro, MD

Dr. Cristina Boccalandro, MD

Endocrinologist, Internist

Houston, TX

Accepting patients
Online booking

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Boccalandro, Endocrinologist in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Cristina Boccalandro, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Boccalandro graduated from Universidad Central De Venezuela Luis Razetti, Escuela De Medicine and completed her residency at University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program. Dr. Boccalandro is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Boccalandro’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Boccalandro’s office.

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

    • Residency: University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program

    • Medical School: University Central De Venezuela- Esc De Med "luis Razetti"- Caracas | Universidad Central De Venezuela Luis Razetti, Escuela De Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Boccalandro speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Boccalandro typically treat?

    As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Boccalandro 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. Boccalandro. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Post-Surgery Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function
    • Postoperative Underactive Thyroid
    • Thyroid Failure After Surgery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
    • E890: Postprocedural hypothyroidism

    Also known as:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    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:

    • Hashimoto's Disease
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Hashimoto's disease
    • Autoimmune thyroiditis
    • Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis
    • Hashimoto's thyroiditis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis

    What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Boccalandro typically perform?

    As an Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Cristina Boccalandro may include:

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

    Does Dr. Boccalandro accept my insurance?

    Dr. Boccalandro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Boccalandro accept in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Boccalandro in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allegiance Benefit Plan Management

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Boccalandro's office located?

    Dr. Cristina Boccalandro's Primary Practice

    7900 Fannin St Ste 4400

    Houston, TX 77054

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    Dr. Cristina Boccalandro's Practice 2

    8215 Cypresswood Dr

    Spring, TX 77379

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Cristina Boccalandro?

    Dr. Boccalandro has appointments available at her Houston, TX office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Boccalandro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508890427.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Boccalandro?

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

    What is Dr. Cristina Boccalandro's specialty?

    Dr. Boccalandro is an Endocrinologist near Houston, TX.

    What does an Endocrinologist do?

    An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.

    Is Dr. Cristina Boccalandro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Boccalandro is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, Oakbend Medical Center, Woman's Hospital Of Texas, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital 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 an Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Cristina Boccalandro accepting new patients in Houston, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Cristina Boccalandro is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Cristina Boccalandro offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Boccalandro, or contact the office for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Cristina Boccalandro?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Boccalandro, or contact the office for more information.

    Where is Dr. Boccalandro's office located?

    Dr. Boccalandro's offices are located in Houston, TX and Spring, TX.