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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. Dr. Mehta is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. 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 and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Mehta empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hormonal Disorders, and 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 a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Mehta typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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:
- Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 1
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
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:
- Congenital Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Underactive Thyroid at Birth
- Neonatal Hypothyroidism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E031: Congenital hypothyroidism without goiter
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:
- Obesity
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- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Mehta typically perform?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Shilpa Mehta 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. Mehta's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
MVP Health Care
National Benefit Fund
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Where is Dr. Mehta's office located?
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.
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. 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
When to see a Pediatric Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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