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Dr. Mary Elizabeth Patterson, MD
San Diego, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Patterson, Pediatric Endocrinologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Mary Elizabeth Patterson, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Patterson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patterson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patterson’s office at (858) 966-4032.
What languages does Dr. Patterson speak?
Dr. Patterson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Patterson typically treat?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Patterson 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. Patterson. 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:
- 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
- Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
- Hyperglycemia
- Juvenile Diabetes
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
- T1D
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
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:
- Irregular Periods
- Menstruation
- Oligomenorrhea
- Abnormal Menstrual Cycle
ICD-10 Codes:
- N926: Irregular menstruation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Patterson typically perform?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Mary Elizabeth Patterson 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. Patterson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Patterson accept my insurance?
Dr. Patterson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-4032 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patterson accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Patterson in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Inland Empire Health Plan
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Patterson's office located?
Dr. Mary Elizabeth Patterson's Primary Practice
7910 Frost St Ste 200
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 966-4032
Dr. Mary Elizabeth Patterson's Practice 2
8110 Birmingham Way Bldg 28
San Diego, CA 92123
What is Dr. Patterson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Patterson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912112020.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Patterson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Patterson
What is Dr. Mary Elizabeth Patterson's specialty?
Dr. Patterson is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near San Diego, CA.
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. Mary Elizabeth Patterson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Patterson is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital 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 Mary Elizabeth Patterson accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Mary Elizabeth Patterson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mary Elizabeth Patterson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patterson's office at (858) 966-4032 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mary Elizabeth Patterson?
Please contact Dr. Patterson's office at (858) 966-4032 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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