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Who is Dr. Leavens, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Karla Leavens, MD, PHD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Leavens graduated from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and completed her residency at Children's Hospital Program. Dr. Leavens is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Leavens’s office at (215) 590-1000.
Where did Dr. Leavens go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Children's Hospital Program
Medical School: Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
What languages does Dr. Leavens speak?
Dr. Leavens and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Leavens treat?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Leavens 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. Leavens. 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:
- Abnormal Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- High blood glucose
- Low blood glucose
- Glucose intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7309: Other abnormal glucose
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
- Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
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:
- Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Childhood obesity
- Pediatric high BMI
- Overweight child BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age
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
Which procedures does Dr. Leavens perform as a Pediatric Endocrinologist?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Karla Leavens 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. Leavens' office.
Does Dr. Leavens accept my insurance?
Dr. Leavens accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 590-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Leavens accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Leavens in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital BlueCross
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Partners Plans
Independence Blue Cross
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Leavens' office located?
Dr. Karla Leavens' Primary Practice
3401 Civic Center Blvd
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 590-1000
What is Dr. Leavens's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Leavens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043576424.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Leavens?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Leavens
What is Dr. Karla Leavens's specialty?
Dr. Leavens is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Philadelphia, PA. 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. Leavens to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Karla Leavens affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Leavens is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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
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Is Karla Leavens accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Karla Leavens is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karla Leavens offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Leavens's office at (215) 590-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karla Leavens?
Please contact Dr. Leavens's office at (215) 590-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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