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Who is Dr. Okawa, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Erin Okawa, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Okawa graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and completed her residency at Stanford University Hospital/Kaiser Permanente Medical Center Program. Dr. Okawa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okawa’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okawa’s office at (310) 825-6244.
Where did Dr. Okawa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Stanford University Hospital/Kaiser Permanente Medical Center Program
Medical School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University
What languages does Dr. Okawa speak?
Dr. Okawa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Okawa treat?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Okawa 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. Okawa. 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
- Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Juvenile Diabetes
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
- T1D
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Episode
- Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
- Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones
ICD-10 Codes:
- E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
- DKA in Type 2 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Emergency
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1110: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
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:
- Congenital Hypothyroidism
- Other Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid at Birth
- Neonatal Hypothyroidism
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
- Thyroid Gland Underactivity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E031: Congenital hypothyroidism without goiter
- E038: Other specified hypothyroidism
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Low Blood Sugar
- Hypoglycemia
- Congenital hyperinsulinism
- Sugar Crash
- Blood Sugar Drop
ICD-10 Codes:
- E161: Other hypoglycemia
Also known as:
- Diabetes
- Diabetes Overview
- Sugar Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E139: Other specified diabetes mellitus without complications
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:
- 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:
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
- PCOS
- Stein-Leventhal Syndrome
- Polycystic Ovaries
ICD-10 Codes:
- E282: Polycystic ovarian syndrome
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Which procedures does Dr. Okawa perform as a Pediatric Endocrinologist?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Erin Okawa 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. Okawa's office.
Does Dr. Okawa accept my insurance?
Dr. Okawa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 825-6244 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Okawa accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Okawa in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Cigna
City of Los Angeles
HealthSmart
Medicaid
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Okawa's office located?
Dr. Erin Okawa's Primary Practice
10833 Le Conte Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90095
(310) 825-6244
What is Dr. Okawa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Okawa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972861490.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okawa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Okawa
What is Dr. Erin Okawa's specialty?
Dr. Okawa is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Los Angeles, CA. 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. Okawa to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Erin Okawa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Okawa is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Memorialcare Long Beach Medical Center. 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 Erin Okawa accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Erin Okawa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Erin Okawa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Okawa's office at (310) 825-6244 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Erin Okawa?
Please contact Dr. Okawa's office at (310) 825-6244 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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