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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kochummen, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Elna Kochummen, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Richmond, VA. Dr. Kochummen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kochummen’s office at (718) 608-5570.
What languages does Dr. Kochummen speak?
Dr. Kochummen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Kochummen typically treat?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Kochummen 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. Kochummen. 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:
- Early Puberty
- Puberty
- Central precocious puberty
- Precocious puberty
- Puberty at a young age
ICD-10 Codes:
- E301: Precocious puberty
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
- Juvenile Diabetes
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
- T1D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
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:
- Obesity
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Short Stature in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Child Growth Problems
- Dwarfism
- Growth Retardation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6252: Short stature (child)
What procedures does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Kochummen typically perform?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Elna Kochummen 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. Kochummen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kochummen accept my insurance?
Dr. Kochummen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 608-5570 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kochummen accept in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Kochummen in Richmond, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
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Where is Dr. Kochummen's office located?
What is Dr. Kochummen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kochummen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710147988.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kochummen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kochummen
What is Dr. Elna Kochummen's specialty?
Dr. Kochummen is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Richmond, VA.
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. Elna Kochummen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kochummen is affiliated with Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital, Johnston-Willis 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 Elna Kochummen accepting new patients in Richmond, VA?
Yes, Dr. Elna Kochummen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elna Kochummen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kochummen's office at (718) 608-5570 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elna Kochummen?
Please contact Dr. Kochummen's office at (718) 608-5570 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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