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Who is Dr. Tuffaha, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Marwa Tuffaha, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Tuffaha is currently affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Tuffaha is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tuffaha’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tuffaha’s office at (617) 355-6000.
What languages does Dr. Tuffaha speak?
Dr. Tuffaha and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Tuffaha typically treat?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Tuffaha 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. Tuffaha. 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:
- 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:
- Other Types of Obesity
- Obesity
- Unspecified Obesity
- Obesity Not Due to Excess Calories
- Secondary Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E668: Other obesity
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. Tuffaha typically perform?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Marwa Tuffaha 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. Tuffaha's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tuffaha accept my insurance?
Dr. Tuffaha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tuffaha accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Tuffaha in Boston, MA 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 Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Fallon Health
Mass General Brigham
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
The Health Plan of West Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Tuffaha's office located?
What is Dr. Tuffaha's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tuffaha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154816346.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tuffaha?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tuffaha
What is Dr. Marwa Tuffaha's specialty?
Dr. Tuffaha is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Boston, MA.
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. Marwa Tuffaha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Tuffaha is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Boston Childrens Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Marwa Tuffaha accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Marwa Tuffaha is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Marwa Tuffaha offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tuffaha's office at (617) 355-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Marwa Tuffaha?
Please contact Dr. Tuffaha's office at (617) 355-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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