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Dr. Kristal Matlock, MD

Pediatric Endocrinologist, Endocrinologist

Nashville, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Matlock, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Nashville, TN?

    Dr. Kristal Matlock, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Matlock is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Matlock’s office at (615) 322-5000.

    What languages does Dr. Matlock speak?

    Dr. Matlock and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Matlock typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Matlock 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. Matlock. 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:

    • Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 1 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
    • High Blood Sugar Episode
    • Juvenile Diabetes
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
    • T1D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E109: Type 1 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:

    • 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:

    • Congenital Hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid at Birth
    • Neonatal Hypothyroidism
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E031: Congenital hypothyroidism without goiter
    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Unexplained Weight Gain
    • Sudden weight gain
    • Rapid weight increase
    • Abnormal increase in weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R635: Abnormal weight gain

    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:

    • Early Puberty
    • Puberty
    • Central precocious puberty
    • Precocious puberty
    • Puberty at a young age

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E301: Precocious puberty

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

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

    As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kristal Matlock may include:

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

    Does Dr. Matlock accept my insurance?

    Dr. Matlock accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 322-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Matlock accept in Nashville, TN?

    Dr. Matlock in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Oscar Health

    • State of Alabama

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Matlock's office located?

    Dr. Kristal Matlock's Primary Practice

    1301 Medical Center Dr

    Nashville, TN 37232

    (615) 322-5000

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    Dr. Kristal Matlock's Practice 2

    3601 The Vanderbilt Clinic

    Nashville, TN 37232

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    What is Dr. Matlock's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Matlock's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114287596.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Matlock?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Matlock

    What is Dr. Kristal Matlock's specialty?

    Dr. Matlock is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Nashville, TN.

    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. Kristal Matlock affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Matlock is affiliated with West Tennessee Healthcare Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, The Medical Center At Bowling Green, Musc Health University Medical Center 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Endocrinologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Kristal Matlock accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Kristal Matlock is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kristal Matlock offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Matlock's office at (615) 322-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kristal Matlock?

    Please contact Dr. Matlock's office at (615) 322-5000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Matlock's office located?

    Dr. Matlock's office is located in Nashville, TN.