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Who is Dr. De La Torre, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Alejandro De La Torre, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Fort Worth, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. De La Torre is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. De La Torre’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. De La Torre’s office at (682) 885-7960.
Is Dr. De La Torre board certified as a Pediatric Endocrinologist?
Yes, Dr. Alejandro De La Torre, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. De La Torre speak?
Dr. De La Torre and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. De La Torre typically treat?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. De La Torre 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. De La Torre. 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 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:
- 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:
- Congenital Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Underactive Thyroid at Birth
- Neonatal Hypothyroidism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E031: Congenital hypothyroidism without goiter
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:
- 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:
- Abnormal Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- High blood glucose
- Low blood glucose
- Glucose intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7309: Other abnormal glucose
What procedures does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. De La Torre typically perform?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Alejandro De La Torre 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. De La Torre's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. De La Torre accept my insurance?
Dr. De La Torre accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (682) 885-7960 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. De La Torre accept in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. De La Torre in Fort Worth, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Cook Children's
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
State of Texas
Texas Children's Hospital
Unknown
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Where is Dr. De La Torre's office located?
Dr. Alejandro De La Torre's Primary Practice
1500 Cooper St
Fort Worth, TX 76104
(682) 885-7960
What is Dr. De La Torre's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. De La Torre's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720285604.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. De La Torre?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. De La Torre
What is Dr. Alejandro De La Torre's specialty?
Dr. De La Torre is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Fort Worth, TX.
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. Alejandro De La Torre affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. De La Torre is affiliated with Shannon Medical Center, United Regional Healthcare System, Medical City Alliance Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Alejandro De La Torre accepting new patients in Fort Worth, TX?
Yes, Dr. Alejandro De La Torre is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alejandro De La Torre offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. De La Torre's office at (682) 885-7960 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alejandro De La Torre?
Please contact Dr. De La Torre's office at (682) 885-7960 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alejandro De La Torre have?
Dr. Alejandro De La Torre is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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