Dr. Karla Leavens, MD, PHD

Pediatric Endocrinologist, Endocrinologist

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Leavens, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Philadelphia, PA?

Dr. Karla Leavens, MD, PHD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. 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 a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Leavens typically 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. 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:

Hypothyroidism
Congenital hypothyroidism
Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
Underactive Thyroid
Low Thyroid Function

ICD-10 Codes:

E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

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:

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:

Hashimoto's Disease
Thyroid Disease
Hashimoto's disease
Autoimmune thyroiditis
Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis
Hashimoto's thyroiditis

ICD-10 Codes:

E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis

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

As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Karla Leavens may include:

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

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

CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health

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Where is Dr. Leavens' office located?

Division Of Pediatric Endocrinology

3401 Civic Center Blvd

Philadelphia, PA 19104

(215) 590-1000

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What hospitals are Dr. Leavens affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Leavens has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Lankenau Medical Center,Wynnewood, PA

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What is Dr. Leavens's NPI number?A 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.

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. Karla Leavens affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Leavens is affiliated with Lankenau Medical Center 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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