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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. 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. 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 a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Okawa typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
- Hyperglycemia
- Juvenile Diabetes
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
- T1D
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
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:
- Short Stature in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Child Growth Problems
- Dwarfism
- Growth Retardation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6252: Short stature (child)
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:
- Congenital Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Underactive Thyroid at Birth
- Neonatal Hypothyroidism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E031: Congenital hypothyroidism without goiter
What procedures does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Okawa typically perform?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Okawa's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthSmart
L.A. Care Health Plan
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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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.
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 this Dr. Erin Okawa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Okawa is affiliated with Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance 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
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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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