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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kakkanatt, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Amy Kakkanatt, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Kakkanatt is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kakkanatt’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kakkanatt’s office at (434) 924-0123.
What languages does Dr. Kakkanatt speak?
Dr. Kakkanatt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kakkanatt treat?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Kakkanatt 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. Kakkanatt. 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:
- Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetes Type 1
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Episode
- Juvenile Diabetes
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
- T1D
- Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
- Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
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:
- Early Puberty
- Delayed Puberty
- Puberty
- Central precocious puberty
- Precocious puberty
- Puberty at a young age
- Late puberty
- Slow puberty development
ICD-10 Codes:
- E301: Precocious puberty
- E300: Delayed puberty
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:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
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
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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:
- Abnormal Thyroid Function Test Results
- Thyroid Disease
- Unusual thyroid test results
- Irregular thyroid function
- Thyroid hormone levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- R946: Abnormal results of thyroid 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:
- Low Blood Sugar
- Hypoglycemia
- Low Blood Glucose (Hypoglycemia)
- Blood Sugar Drop
- Sugar Crash
ICD-10 Codes:
- E162: Hypoglycemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Sugar
- Hyperglycemia
- Elevated Glucose
- Unspecified High Blood Sugar
ICD-10 Codes:
- R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Irregular Periods
- Menstruation
- Oligomenorrhea
- Abnormal Menstrual Cycle
ICD-10 Codes:
- N926: Irregular menstruation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adrenal Gland Overactivity
- Adrenal Gland Disorder
- Adrenocortical Hyperfunction
- Excess Adrenal Hormones
- Adrenal Hyperactivity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E270: Other adrenocortical overactivity
Which procedures does Dr. Kakkanatt perform as a Pediatric Endocrinologist?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Amy Kakkanatt 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. Kakkanatt's office.
Does Dr. Kakkanatt accept my insurance?
Dr. Kakkanatt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (434) 924-0123 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kakkanatt accept in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Kakkanatt in Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
Centene
Department of Defense / Tricare
Great West Life N Annuity Insurance Co
Independence Blue Cross
Molina
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kakkanatt's office located?
What is Dr. Kakkanatt's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kakkanatt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164734570.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kakkanatt?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kakkanatt
What is Dr. Amy Kakkanatt's specialty?
Dr. Kakkanatt is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Charleston, SC. 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. Kakkanatt to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Amy Kakkanatt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kakkanatt is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center, Musc Health Florence 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
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Is Amy Kakkanatt accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?
Yes, Dr. Amy Kakkanatt is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amy Kakkanatt offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kakkanatt's office at (434) 924-0123 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amy Kakkanatt?
Please contact Dr. Kakkanatt's office at (434) 924-0123 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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