34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gerrits, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Royal Oak, MI?
Dr. Peter Gerrits is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Royal Oak, MI with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Gerrits graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Pediatric Endocrinology; Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Pediatrics. Dr. Gerrits is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gerrits’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gerrits’s office at (248) 551-0487.
Where did Dr. Gerrits go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Pediatric Endocrinology; Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Pediatrics | University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics | University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics
Medical School: Creighton University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Gerrits board certified as a Pediatric Endocrinologist?
Yes, Dr. Peter Gerrits is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Gerrits speak?
Dr. Gerrits and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Gerrits typically treat?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Gerrits 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. Gerrits. 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
- 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
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
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid at Birth
- Neonatal Hypothyroidism
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E031: Congenital hypothyroidism without goiter
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Underactive Pituitary Gland
- Pituitary Disorder
- Combined pituitary hormone deficiency
- Isolated growth hormone deficiency
- Hypopituitarism
- Pituitary Hormone Deficiency
- Low Pituitary Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E230: Hypopituitarism
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
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar risk
- Borderline diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E88819: Insulin resistance, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Gerrits typically perform?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Peter Gerrits 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. Gerrits' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gerrits accept my insurance?
Dr. Gerrits accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (248) 551-0487 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gerrits accept in Royal Oak, MI?
Dr. Gerrits in Royal Oak, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Henry Ford Health System
McLaren Health Care
Molina Healthcare
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Michigan
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gerrits' office located?
Dr. Peter Gerrits' Primary Practice
3535 W 13 Mile Rd Ste 707
Royal Oak, MI 48073
(248) 551-0487
Recognitions
Awards
Detroit Super Doctors
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What is Dr. Gerrits's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gerrits's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871553909.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gerrits?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gerrits
What is Dr. Peter Gerrits's specialty?
Dr. Gerrits is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Royal Oak, MI.
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. Peter Gerrits affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gerrits is affiliated with Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Corewell Health Beaumont Troy 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 a Pediatric Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Peter Gerrits accepting new patients in Royal Oak, MI?
Yes, Dr. Peter Gerrits is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peter Gerrits offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gerrits's office at (248) 551-0487 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peter Gerrits?
Please contact Dr. Gerrits's office at (248) 551-0487 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Gerrits have?
Dr. Peter Gerrits is certified by the American Board of Dermatology.
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