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Dr. Santhosh Eapen, MD

Pediatric Endocrinologist, Endocrinologist, Pediatrician

Neptune, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Eapen, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Neptune, NJ?

    Dr. Santhosh Eapen, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Neptune, NJ. He is board certified. Dr. Eapen graduated from University of Ibadan / College of Medicine. Dr. Eapen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Eapen’s office at (732) 776-4860.

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

    • Medical School: University of Ibadan, Coll of Med, Ibadan, Oyo, Nigeria | University of Ibadan / College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Eapen board certified as a Pediatric Endocrinologist?

    Yes, Dr. Santhosh Eapen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Eapen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Eapen typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Eapen 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. Eapen. 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:

    • Short Stature in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Child Growth Problems
    • Dwarfism
    • Growth Retardation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6252: Short stature (child)

    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:

    • 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:

    • Abnormal Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • High blood glucose
    • Low blood glucose
    • Glucose intolerance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7309: Other abnormal glucose

    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. Eapen typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Santhosh Eapen may include:

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

    Does Dr. Eapen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Eapen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 776-4860 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Eapen accept in Neptune, NJ?

    Dr. Eapen in Neptune, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Oscar Health

    • State of New Jersey

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Eapen's office located?

    Dr. Santhosh Eapen's Primary Practice

    61 Davis Ave # 1

    Neptune, NJ 07753

    (732) 776-4860

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    What hospitals are Dr. Eapen affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Eapen has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Southern Ocean Medical Center,Manahawkin, NJ
    Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus,Lakewood, NJ

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

    Dr. Eapen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962464503.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Eapen?

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

    What is Dr. Santhosh Eapen's specialty?

    Dr. Eapen is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Neptune, NJ.

    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 Dr. Santhosh Eapen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Eapen is affiliated with Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore 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 Pediatric Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Santhosh Eapen accepting new patients in Neptune, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Santhosh Eapen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Santhosh Eapen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Eapen's office at (732) 776-4860 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Santhosh Eapen?

    Please contact Dr. Eapen's office at (732) 776-4860 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Eapen's office located?

    Dr. Eapen's office is located in Neptune, NJ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Santhosh Eapen have?

    Dr. Santhosh Eapen is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.