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Dr. Paula Kreitzer

Dr. Paula Kreitzer

Pediatric Endocrinologist

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Endocrinologist

New Hyde Park, NY

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 is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in New Hyde Park, NY. She has been practicing for over 38 years. 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 is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Endocrinologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and 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, and 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 a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Kreitzer typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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
    • Underactive Thyroid at Birth
    • Neonatal Hypothyroidism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E031: Congenital hypothyroidism without goiter

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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

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

    As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Paula Kreitzer may include:

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

    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)

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Kreitzer's office located?

    Lijmc-Dept Of Pediatrics Endocrinology

    26901 76th Ave

    New Hyde Park, NY 11040

    (718) 470-3290

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    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.

    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. 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

    When to see a Pediatric Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Endocrinologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    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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