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Who is Dr. Choat, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Dothan, AL?
Dr. Heather Choat, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Dothan, AL with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Choat is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Choat’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Choat’s office at (334) 699-3733.
What languages does Dr. Choat speak?
Dr. Choat and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Choat treat?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Choat 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. Choat. 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:
- Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 1
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
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:
- Constitutional Short Stature
- Short Stature in Children
- Short Stature from Endocrine Disorder
- Growth Disorder
- Familial Short Stature
- Delayed Growth
- Short Height
- Child Growth Problems
- Dwarfism
- Growth Retardation
- Endocrine dwarfism
- Hormone-related short height
ICD-10 Codes:
- E3431: Constitutional short stature
- R6252: Short stature (child)
- E3430: Short stature due to endocrine disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
- Underactive Thyroid at Birth
- Neonatal Hypothyroidism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
- E031: Congenital hypothyroidism without goiter
Also known as:
- Endocrine Implants
- Hormone Implants
- Glandular Devices
- Endocrine System Implants
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9649: Presence of other endocrine implants
Also known as:
- Lipid Disorder Screening
- Diabetes Screening
- Health Screening
- Cholesterol Screening
- Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
- Lipid Panel Test
- Blood Sugar Test
- Diabetes Mellitus Screening
- Glucose Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders
- Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Underactive Pituitary Gland
- Overactive Pituitary Gland
- Pituitary Disorder
- Combined pituitary hormone deficiency
- Isolated growth hormone deficiency
- Hypopituitarism
- Pituitary Hormone Deficiency
- Low Pituitary Function
- Pituitary Hyperfunction
- Excess Pituitary Hormone
- Hyperpituitarism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E230: Hypopituitarism
- E228: Other hyperfunction of pituitary gland
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:
- Adrenal Gland Overactivity
- Adrenal Gland Disorder
- Adrenocortical Hyperfunction
- Excess Adrenal Hormones
- Adrenal Hyperactivity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E270: Other adrenocortical overactivity
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
Also known as:
- Acanthosis Nigricans
- Skin Pigmentation Disorder
- AN
- Dark Skin Patches
- Thickened Dark Skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- L83: Acanthosis nigricans
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Puberty Disorder
- Puberty
- Pubertal Problems
- Abnormal Puberty
- Delayed Puberty
- Precocious Puberty
ICD-10 Codes:
- E308: Other disorders of puberty
Which procedures does Dr. Choat perform as a Pediatric Endocrinologist?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Heather Choat 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. Choat's office.
Does Dr. Choat accept my insurance?
Dr. Choat accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (334) 699-3733 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Choat accept in Dothan, AL?
Dr. Choat in Dothan, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareSource
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
State of Alabama
State of Georgia
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Where is Dr. Choat's office located?
What is Dr. Choat's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Choat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750729737.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Choat?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Choat
What is Dr. Heather Choat's specialty?
Dr. Choat is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Dothan, AL. 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. Choat to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Heather Choat affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Choat is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Of Alabama. 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
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Is Heather Choat accepting new patients in Dothan, AL?
Yes, Dr. Heather Choat is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heather Choat offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Choat's office at (334) 699-3733 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heather Choat?
Please contact Dr. Choat's office at (334) 699-3733 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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