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Dr. Benjamin Fass, MD

Pediatric Endocrinologist, Endocrinologist

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fass, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Benjamin Fass, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Fass completed his residency at Deaconess Hosp, Diabetes; Ucla Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; Ucla Med Ctr, Pediatrics; Dartmouth-Hitchcock M C, Pediatrics; Beth Israel Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Fass is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fass’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fass’s office at (323) 857-2000.

    Where did Dr. Fass go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Deaconess Hosp, Diabetes; Ucla Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; Ucla Med Ctr, Pediatrics; Dartmouth-Hitchcock M C, Pediatrics; Beth Israel Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Beth Israel Med Center

    • Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny | SUNY Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Fass board certified as a Pediatric Endocrinologist?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Fass, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Fass speak?

    Dr. Fass and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Fass typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Fass 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. Fass. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Adrenal Gland Overactivity
    • Adrenal Gland Disorder
    • Adrenocortical Hyperfunction
    • Excess Adrenal Hormones
    • Adrenal Hyperactivity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E270: Other adrenocortical overactivity

    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:

    • 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:

    • Graves' Disease
    • Hyperthyroidism
    • Graves' disease
    • Graves Disease
    • Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
    • Toxic Diffuse Goiter
    • Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm

    What procedures does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Fass typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Fass may include:

    Please contact Dr. Fass' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Fass accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fass accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 857-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fass accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Fass in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Heritage Health

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • MHH Healthcare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Fass' office located?

    Dr. Benjamin Fass' Primary Practice

    6041 Cadillac Ave

    Los Angeles, CA 90034

    (323) 857-2000

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    Dr. Benjamin Fass' Practice 2

    5971 Venice Blvd

    Los Angeles, CA 90034

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    What is Dr. Fass's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Fass's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528135464.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fass?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fass

    What is Dr. Benjamin Fass's specialty?

    Dr. Fass is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Los Angeles, 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 Dr. Benjamin Fass affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fass is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, St. Mark's Hospital - Salt Lake City, Ut 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Endocrinologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Benjamin Fass accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Fass is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Benjamin Fass offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fass' office at (323) 857-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Benjamin Fass?

    Please contact Dr. Fass' office at (323) 857-2000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Fass' office located?

    Dr. Fass' office is located in Los Angeles, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Fass have?

    Dr. Benjamin Fass is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.