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Who is Dr. Azam, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Anita Azam, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. She is board certified. Dr. Azam is currently affiliated with St Christophers Hospital For Children. Dr. Azam is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Azam’s office at (215) 427-5000.
Is Dr. Azam board certified as a Pediatric Endocrinologist?
Yes, Dr. Anita Azam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Azam speak?
Dr. Azam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Azam typically treat?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Azam 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. Azam. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
- Hyperglycemia
- Juvenile Diabetes
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
- T1D
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
What procedures does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Azam typically perform?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Anita Azam 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. Azam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Azam accept my insurance?
Dr. Azam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 427-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Azam accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Azam in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allegiance Benefit Plan Management
Cigna Group
UMR Administered Payer
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Where is Dr. Azam's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Anita Azam?
Dr. Azam has appointments available at her Philadelphia, PA office. Please select a date and time below.
What is Dr. Azam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Azam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437367398.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Azam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Azam
What is Dr. Anita Azam's specialty?
Dr. Azam is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Philadelphia, PA.
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. Anita Azam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Azam is affiliated with St. Vincent Regional Hospital - Intermountain Healthcare 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 Pediatric Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Anita Azam accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Anita Azam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Anita Azam offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Azam, or call (215) 427-5000 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Anita Azam?
Please contact Dr. Azam's office at (215) 427-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Anita Azam have?
Dr. Anita Azam is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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St Christophers Hospital For Children
3601 A St
Philadelphia, PA 19134