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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. 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 a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Fowlkes typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- 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:
- Early Puberty
- Puberty
- Central precocious puberty
- Precocious puberty
- Puberty at a young age
ICD-10 Codes:
- E301: Precocious puberty
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 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. Fowlkes typically perform?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Fowlkes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Molina Healthcare
State of Kentucky
UnitedHealth Group
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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.
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. John Fowlkes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Fowlkes is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 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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