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Who is Dr. Obi, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Jackson, MS?
Dr. Obiageli Obi is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Jackson, MS. Dr. Obi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Obi’s office at (601) 815-2005.
What languages does Dr. Obi speak?
Dr. Obi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Obi typically treat?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Obi 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. Obi. 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 with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetes Type 1
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Episode
- Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
- Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
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:
- Early Puberty
- Puberty
- Central precocious puberty
- Precocious puberty
- Puberty at a young age
ICD-10 Codes:
- E301: Precocious puberty
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Short Stature in Children
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Child Growth Problems
- Dwarfism
- Growth Retardation
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6252: Short stature (child)
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
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:
- Congenital Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Underactive Thyroid at Birth
- Neonatal Hypothyroidism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E031: Congenital hypothyroidism without goiter
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
What procedures does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Obi typically perform?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Obiageli Obi 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. Obi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Obi accept my insurance?
Dr. Obi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 815-2005 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Obi accept in Jackson, MS?
Dr. Obi in Jackson, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Molina Healthcare
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Obi's office located?
What is Dr. Obi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Obi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578950796.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Obi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Obi
What is Dr. Obiageli Obi's specialty?
Dr. Obi is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Jackson, MS.
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. Obiageli Obi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Obi is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Seattle Childrens Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Obiageli Obi accepting new patients in Jackson, MS?
Yes, Dr. Obiageli Obi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Obiageli Obi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Obi's office at (601) 815-2005 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Obiageli Obi?
Please contact Dr. Obi's office at (601) 815-2005 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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