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Dr. Lauren Richter, MD

Dr. Lauren Richter, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Richter, Pediatric Endocrinologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Lauren Richter, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. Dr. Richter is currently affiliated with CUIMC/NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital. Dr. Richter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Richter’s office at (917) 300-0553.

    What languages does Dr. Richter speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity from Excess Calories
    • 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
    • Diet-Related Obesity
    • Common Obesity
    • Nutritional Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
    • E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories
    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E301: Precocious puberty

    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:

    • Adrenal Gland Overactivity
    • Adrenal Gland Disorder
    • Adrenocortical Hyperfunction
    • Excess Adrenal Hormones
    • Adrenal Hyperactivity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E270: Other adrenocortical overactivity

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Does Dr. Richter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Richter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Richter accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Richter in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • National Benefit Fund

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Richter's office located?

    CUIMC/NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital

    CUIMC/NewYork-Presbyterian Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital

    3959 Broadway

    New York, NY 10032

    (917) 300-0553

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

    Dr. Richter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578980967.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Richter?

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

    What is Dr. Lauren Richter's specialty?

    Dr. Richter is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near New York, NY.

    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. Lauren Richter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Richter is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving 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

    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 Lauren Richter accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Lauren Richter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lauren Richter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Richter's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lauren Richter?

    Please contact Dr. Richter's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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