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Dr. Alba Morales Pozzo, MD

Pediatric Endocrinologist, Pediatrician, Endocrinologist

Lexington, KY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Morales Pozzo, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Lexington, KY?

    Dr. Alba Morales Pozzo, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Morales Pozzo graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed her residency at University of Florida Program. Dr. Morales Pozzo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Morales Pozzo’s office at (859) 323-5404.

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

    • Residency: University of Florida Program

    • Medical School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas

    What languages does Dr. Morales Pozzo speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Morales Pozzo 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. Morales Pozzo. 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:

    • 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 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:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function
    • Underactive Thyroid at Birth
    • Neonatal Hypothyroidism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
    • E031: Congenital hypothyroidism without goiter

    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

    What procedures does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Morales Pozzo typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Alba Morales Pozzo may include:

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

    Does Dr. Morales Pozzo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Morales Pozzo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 323-5404 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Morales Pozzo accept in Lexington, KY?

    Dr. Morales Pozzo in Lexington, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Humana

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Kentucky

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Morales Pozzo's office located?

    Dr. Alba Morales Pozzo's Primary Practice

    740 S Limestone

    Lexington, KY 40508

    (859) 323-5404

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    Dr. Alba Morales Pozzo's Practice 2

    2195 Harrodsburg Rd Ste 125

    Lexington, KY 40504

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

    Dr. Morales Pozzo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346330909.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Morales Pozzo?

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

    What is Dr. Alba Morales Pozzo's specialty?

    Dr. Morales Pozzo is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Lexington, KY.

    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. Alba Morales Pozzo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Morales Pozzo is affiliated with Pikeville Medical Center, Baptist Health Richmond, Baptist Health Corbin, Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital, Uk King's Daughters Medical Center 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 Dr. Alba Morales Pozzo accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?

    Yes, Dr. Alba Morales Pozzo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alba Morales Pozzo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Morales Pozzo's office at (859) 323-5404 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alba Morales Pozzo?

    Please contact Dr. Morales Pozzo's office at (859) 323-5404 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Morales Pozzo's office located?

    Dr. Morales Pozzo's office is located in Lexington, KY.