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Dr. Shilpa Mehta, MD

Brooklyn, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mehta, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Shilpa Mehta, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Mehta is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mehta’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mehta’s office at (718) 240-5893.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Mehta?

    Dr. Shilpa Mehta, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Endocrinologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Mehta empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hormonal Disorders, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Brooklyn/NY community, Dr. Mehta is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Mehta speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    What conditions does Dr. Mehta treat?

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

    • Short Stature in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Child Growth Problems
    • Dwarfism
    • Growth Retardation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6252: Short stature (child)

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 1 Diabetes
    • Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
    • High Blood Sugar Episode
    • Juvenile Diabetes
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
    • T1D
    • Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
    • Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Obesity
    • Obesity from Excess Calories
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI
    • Diet-Related Obesity
    • Common Obesity
    • Nutritional Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified
    • E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories

    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

    Also known as:

    • Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Childhood obesity
    • Pediatric high BMI
    • Overweight child BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Thyroid Function Test Results
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Unusual thyroid test results
    • Irregular thyroid function
    • Thyroid hormone levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R946: Abnormal results of thyroid function studies

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Child Development Problems
    • Child Development
    • Developmental concerns in children
    • Abnormal child development
    • Lack of normal development

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood

    Also known as:

    • Acanthosis Nigricans
    • Skin Pigmentation Disorder
    • AN
    • Dark Skin Patches
    • Thickened Dark Skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L83: Acanthosis nigricans

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
    • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
    • PCOS
    • Stein-Leventhal Syndrome
    • Polycystic Ovaries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E282: Polycystic ovarian syndrome

    Does Dr. Mehta accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mehta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 240-5893 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mehta accept in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Mehta in Brooklyn, NY 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • MagnaCare Rx

    • MVP Healthcare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Truman Medical Centers

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Mehta's office located?

    Dr. Shilpa Mehta's Primary Practice

    1 Brookdale Plz

    Brooklyn, NY 11212

    (718) 240-5893

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    Dr. Shilpa Mehta's Practice 2

    755 N Broadway Ste 400

    Sleepy Hollow, NY 10591

    (914) 366-3400

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

    Dr. Mehta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255743365.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mehta?

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

    What is Dr. Shilpa Mehta's specialty?

    Dr. Mehta is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Brooklyn, NY. 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. Mehta to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Shilpa Mehta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mehta is affiliated with Westchester 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatric Endocrinologist?

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    Is Shilpa Mehta accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Shilpa Mehta is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shilpa Mehta offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mehta's office at (718) 240-5893 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Shilpa Mehta?

    Please contact Dr. Mehta's office at (718) 240-5893 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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