38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kreitzer, Pediatric Endocrinologist in New Hyde Park, NY?
Dr. Paula Kreitzer, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in New Hyde Park, NY with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Kreitzer graduated from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and completed her residency at Schneider Children's Hospital. Dr. Kreitzer is fluent in English, Chinese, Hebrew, Russian, Spanish, Tagalog, and Yiddish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kreitzer’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kreitzer’s office at (718) 470-3290.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kreitzer?
Dr. Paula Kreitzer, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Endocrinologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Kreitzer empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Diabetes, Growth/Development Disorders, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New Hyde Park/NY community, Dr. Kreitzer is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Kreitzer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Schneider Children's Hospital
Residency: Schneider Children's Hospital
Medical School: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
What languages does Dr. Kreitzer speak?
Dr. Kreitzer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Hebrew
Russian
Spanish
Tagalog
Yiddish
What conditions does Dr. Kreitzer treat?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Kreitzer 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. Kreitzer. 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.
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:
- 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:
- Child Development Problems
- Child Development
- Developmental concerns in children
- Abnormal child development
- Lack of normal development
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood
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:
- Having an Insulin Pump
- Diabetes Medicines
- Diabetes pump
- Continuous insulin delivery
- Automated insulin delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9641: Presence of insulin pump (external) (internal)
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 1
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Childhood obesity
- Pediatric high BMI
- Overweight child BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Use of Assistive Devices
- Assistive Devices
- Medical Support Devices
- Adaptive Equipment
- Mobility Aids
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z978: Presence of other specified devices
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:
- Early Puberty
- Puberty
- Central precocious puberty
- Precocious puberty
- Puberty at a young age
ICD-10 Codes:
- E301: Precocious puberty
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Adrenal Gland Overactivity
- Adrenal Gland Disorder
- Adrenocortical Hyperfunction
- Excess Adrenal Hormones
- Adrenal Hyperactivity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E270: Other adrenocortical overactivity
Also known as:
- Unexplained Weight Gain
- Sudden weight gain
- Rapid weight increase
- Abnormal increase in weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- R635: Abnormal weight gain
Also known as:
- Insulin Pump Management
- Diabetes
- Insulin pump adjustment
- Diabetes device care
- Pump therapy for diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4681: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of insulin pump
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:
- Turner Syndrome
- Monosomy X
- 45,X Karyotype
- Ullrich-Turner Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q969: Turner's syndrome, unspecified
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:
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
- PCOS
- Stein-Leventhal Syndrome
- Polycystic Ovaries
ICD-10 Codes:
- E282: Polycystic ovarian syndrome
Which procedures does Dr. Kreitzer perform as a Pediatric Endocrinologist?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Paula Kreitzer 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kreitzer's office.
Does Dr. Kreitzer accept my insurance?
Dr. Kreitzer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 470-3290 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kreitzer accept in New Hyde Park, NY?
Dr. Kreitzer in New Hyde Park, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
MagnaCare Rx
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Kreitzer's office located?
Dr. Paula Kreitzer's Primary Practice
26901 76th Ave
New Hyde Park, NY 11040
(718) 470-3290
Dr. Paula Kreitzer's Practice 2
400 Lakeville Rd Ste 180
New Hyde Park, NY 11042
(718) 470-3290
What is Dr. Kreitzer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kreitzer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447384722.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kreitzer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kreitzer
What is Dr. Paula Kreitzer's specialty?
Dr. Kreitzer is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near New Hyde Park, NY. 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. Contact Dr. Kreitzer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Paula Kreitzer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kreitzer is affiliated with Long Island Jewish 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
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Is Paula Kreitzer accepting new patients in New Hyde Park, NY?
Yes, Dr. Paula Kreitzer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paula Kreitzer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kreitzer's office at (718) 470-3290 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paula Kreitzer?
Please contact Dr. Kreitzer's office at (718) 470-3290 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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