Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Araiza, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Houston, TX?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Araiza?
Dr. Virginia Araiza, MD 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. Araiza empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Diabetes, Pediatric Endocrinology, Thyroid Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Houston, TX community, Dr. Araiza is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Araiza board certified as a Pediatric Endocrinologist?
Yes, Dr. Virginia Araiza, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Araiza speak?
Dr. Araiza and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Araiza typically treat?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Araiza 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. Araiza. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Abnormal Hormone Test Results
- Irregular Endocrine Function Study
- Unusual Gland Test Results
- Hormone Imbalance Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R947: Abnormal results of other endocrine function studies
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:
- 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:
- Adrenal Gland Overactivity
- Adrenal Gland Disorder
- Adrenocortical Hyperfunction
- Excess Adrenal Hormones
- Adrenal Hyperactivity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E270: Other adrenocortical overactivity
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
What procedures does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Araiza typically perform?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Virginia Araiza 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. Araiza's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Araiza accept my insurance?
Dr. Araiza accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 572-3200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Araiza accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Araiza in Houston, TX 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
Cigna
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Araiza's office located?
Dr. Virginia Araiza's Primary Practice
3701 W Alabama St Ste 350
Houston, TX 77027
(713) 572-3200
What hospitals are Dr. Araiza affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Araiza has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Araiza's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Araiza's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164757712.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Araiza?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Araiza