Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Crocker, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Melissa Crocker, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Crocker completed her residency at Children's National Medical Center and is currently affiliated with Childrens Hospital Boston Division Of Endocrinolog. Dr. Crocker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Crocker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Crocker’s office at (617) 355-6000.
Where did Dr. Crocker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: National Institutes of Health, Fellow:Pediatric Endocrinology
Residency: Children's National Medical Center
Is Dr. Crocker board certified as a Pediatric Endocrinologist?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Crocker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Crocker speak?
Dr. Crocker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Crocker typically treat?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Crocker 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. Crocker. 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 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 1
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Episode
- Juvenile Diabetes
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
- T1D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Obesity from Excess Calories
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Diet-Related Obesity
- Common Obesity
- Nutritional Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Short Stature in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Child Growth Problems
- Dwarfism
- Growth Retardation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6252: Short stature (child)
Also known as:
- Congenital Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Underactive Thyroid at Birth
- Neonatal Hypothyroidism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E031: Congenital hypothyroidism without goiter
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 a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Crocker typically perform?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Crocker may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
Please contact Dr. Crocker's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Crocker accept my insurance?
Dr. Crocker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Crocker accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Crocker in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Fallon Health
Mass General Brigham
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
The Health Plan of West Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Crocker's office located?
Childrens Hospital Boston Division Of Endocrinolog
300 Longwood Ave
Boston, MA 02115
(617) 355-6000
What is Dr. Crocker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Crocker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497912141.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Crocker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Crocker
What is Dr. Melissa Crocker's specialty?
Dr. Crocker is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Boston, MA.
What does a Pediatric Endocrinologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in the care of infants, children, and adolescents with diseases caused by abnormalities in the endocrine glands, which produce hormones. This includes conditions such as diabetes mellitus, growth failure, atypical body size for age, early or delayed puberty, congenital abnormalities, and disorders affecting the thyroid, adrenal, and pituitary glands, as well as the genital region.
Is this Dr. Melissa Crocker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Crocker is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston, Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Emerson Health 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 Pediatric Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Melissa Crocker accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Crocker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Crocker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Crocker's office at (617) 355-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Crocker?
Please contact Dr. Crocker's office at (617) 355-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melissa Crocker have?
Dr. Melissa Crocker is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.
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Connect with DR. Crocker
Childrens Hospital Boston Division Of Endocrinolog
300 Longwood Ave
Boston, MA 02115