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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fowlkes, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Lexington, KY?
Dr. John Fowlkes, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Fowlkes completed his residency at Duke Univ Med Ctr, Pediatric Endocrinology; Univ Hosp-S Tx Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Fowlkes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fowlkes’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fowlkes’s office at (859) 323-5404.
Where did Dr. Fowlkes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Duke Univ Med Ctr, Pediatric Endocrinology; Univ Hosp-S Tx Med Ctr, Pediatrics
Medical School: University of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio, San Antonio Tx
What languages does Dr. Fowlkes speak?
Dr. Fowlkes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Fowlkes treat?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Fowlkes 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. Fowlkes. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Short Stature in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Child Growth Problems
- Dwarfism
- Growth Retardation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6252: Short stature (child)
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Juvenile Diabetes
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
- T1D
- Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
- Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones
ICD-10 Codes:
- E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
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
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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:
- 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:
- Optic Nerve Hypoplasia
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Underdeveloped optic nerve
- Small optic nerve
- Optic nerve underdevelopment
ICD-10 Codes:
- H47033: Optic nerve hypoplasia, bilateral
Which procedures does Dr. Fowlkes perform as a Pediatric Endocrinologist?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by a Dr. John Fowlkes 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. Fowlkes' office.
Does Dr. Fowlkes accept my insurance?
Dr. Fowlkes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 323-5404 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fowlkes accept in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Fowlkes in Lexington, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Passport Health Plan
State of Kentucky
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fowlkes' office located?
What is Dr. Fowlkes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fowlkes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326113234.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fowlkes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fowlkes
What is Dr. John Fowlkes's specialty?
Dr. Fowlkes is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Lexington, KY. 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. Fowlkes to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. John Fowlkes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fowlkes is affiliated with University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital 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
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Is John Fowlkes accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?
Yes, Dr. John Fowlkes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Fowlkes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fowlkes's office at (859) 323-5404 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Fowlkes?
Please contact Dr. Fowlkes's office at (859) 323-5404 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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