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Dr. Amy Kakkanatt, MD
Charleston, SC
Accepting patients
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 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kakkanatt is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kakkanatt’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare 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 a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Kakkanatt typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 1
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Episode
- Juvenile Diabetes
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
- T1D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E109: Type 1 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:
- Early Puberty
- Puberty
- Central precocious puberty
- Precocious puberty
- Puberty at a young age
ICD-10 Codes:
- E301: Precocious puberty
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:
- 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
What procedures does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Kakkanatt typically perform?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Kakkanatt's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
Centene Corporation
Federal government of the United States
Independence Health Group
Molina Healthcare
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
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. Amy Kakkanatt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kakkanatt is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center, Musc Health - Orangeburg, Providence Orthopedic Hospital, Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, Grand Strand Regional 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 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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