Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Klein, Pediatric Endocrinologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Karen Klein, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Klein completed her residency at Penn St U Hp-M S Hershey Mc, Pediatrics. Dr. Klein is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Klein’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Klein’s office at (858) 966-4032.
Where did Dr. Klein go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Penn St U Hp-M S Hershey Mc, Pediatrics | Hershey Medical Center
Medical School: Pa State Univ Coll Of Med- Hershey Pa
Is Dr. Klein board certified as a Pediatric Endocrinologist?
Yes, Dr. Karen Klein, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Klein speak?
Dr. Klein and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Klein typically treat?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Klein 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. Klein. 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
- 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
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Overactive Pituitary Gland
- Pituitary Disorder
- Pituitary Hyperfunction
- Excess Pituitary Hormone
- Hyperpituitarism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E228: Other hyperfunction of pituitary gland
Also known as:
- Turner Syndrome
- Monosomy X
- 45,X Karyotype
- Ullrich-Turner Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q969: Turner's syndrome, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Klein typically perform?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Karen Klein 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. Klein's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Klein accept my insurance?
Dr. Klein accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-4032 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Klein accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Klein in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Inland Empire Health Plan
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Klein's office located?
What is Dr. Klein's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Klein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760553515.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Klein?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Klein
What is Dr. Karen Klein's specialty?
Dr. Klein is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near San Diego, CA.
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. Karen Klein affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Klein is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento 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 Karen Klein accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Karen Klein is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Klein offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Klein's office at (858) 966-4032 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Klein?
Please contact Dr. Klein's office at (858) 966-4032 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Klein have?
Dr. Karen Klein is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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