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Who is Dr. Hiers, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Gainesville, FL?
Dr. Paul Hiers is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Gainesville, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hiers is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hiers’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hiers’s office.
What languages does Dr. Hiers speak?
Dr. Hiers and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hiers treat?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Hiers 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. Hiers. 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:
- Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 1 Diabetes with Low Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 1
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Hypoglycemia
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Episode
- Diabetic Hypoglycemia
- Low Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- Hypoglycemic Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E10649: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hypoglycemia without coma
Also known as:
- Long-Term Insulin Use
- Diabetes Medicines
- Chronic insulin therapy
- Ongoing insulin treatment
- Insulin for diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z794: Long term (current) use of insulin
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:
- Early Puberty
- Puberty
- Central precocious puberty
- Precocious puberty
- Puberty at a young age
ICD-10 Codes:
- E301: Precocious puberty
Also known as:
- Metabolic Syndrome
- Metabolic Disorder
- Insulin Resistance Syndrome
- Syndrome X
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8881: Metabolic syndrome and other insulin resistance
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Acanthosis Nigricans
- Skin Pigmentation Disorder
- AN
- Dark Skin Patches
- Thickened Dark Skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- L83: Acanthosis nigricans
Which procedures does Dr. Hiers perform as a Pediatric Endocrinologist?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Paul Hiers 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hiers' office.
Does Dr. Hiers accept my insurance?
Dr. Hiers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hiers accept in Gainesville, FL?
Dr. Hiers in Gainesville, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Kaiser Permanente
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Where is Dr. Hiers' office located?
Dr. Paul Hiers' Practice 3
Uf Health Test Site Pop Up 1600 SW Arche
Gainesville, FL 32610
What is Dr. Hiers's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hiers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679985519.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hiers?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hiers
What is Dr. Paul Hiers's specialty?
Dr. Hiers is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Gainesville, FL. 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. Hiers to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Paul Hiers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hiers is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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
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Is Paul Hiers accepting new patients in Gainesville, FL?
Yes, Dr. Paul Hiers is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Hiers offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hiers's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Hiers?
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