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Who is Dr. Zhu, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Jia Zhu, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Zhu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zhu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zhu’s office at (617) 355-6000.
What languages does Dr. Zhu speak?
Dr. Zhu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Zhu treat?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Zhu 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. Zhu. 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
- 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:
- Congenital Hypothyroidism
- Other Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid at Birth
- Neonatal Hypothyroidism
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
- Thyroid Gland Underactivity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E031: Congenital hypothyroidism without goiter
- E038: Other specified hypothyroidism
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
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
- Overactive Pituitary Gland
- Pituitary Disorder
- Combined pituitary hormone deficiency
- Isolated growth hormone deficiency
- Hypopituitarism
- Pituitary Hormone Deficiency
- Low Pituitary Function
- Pituitary Hyperfunction
- Excess Pituitary Hormone
- Hyperpituitarism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E230: Hypopituitarism
- E228: Other hyperfunction of pituitary gland
Also known as:
- Delayed Puberty
- Early Puberty
- Puberty
- Central precocious puberty
- Late puberty
- Slow puberty development
- Precocious puberty
- Puberty at a young age
ICD-10 Codes:
- E300: Delayed puberty
- E301: Precocious puberty
Also known as:
- Adrenal Gland Overactivity
- Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH)
- Adrenal Gland Disorder
- Birth Defects
- 21-hydroxylase deficiency
- 3-beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase deficiency
- Congenital adrenal hyperplasia due to 11-beta-hydroxylase deficiency
- Adrenocortical Hyperfunction
- Excess Adrenal Hormones
- Adrenal Hyperactivity
- CAH
- Adrenogenital Syndrome
- Enzyme Deficiency Adrenal Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- E270: Other adrenocortical overactivity
- E250: Congenital adrenogenital disorders associated with enzyme deficiency
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:
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
- Primary Ovarian Failure
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
- Ovarian Disorder
- PCOS
- Stein-Leventhal Syndrome
- Polycystic Ovaries
- Premature Ovarian Insufficiency
- Early Menopause
- Ovarian Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E282: Polycystic ovarian syndrome
- E2839: Other primary ovarian failure
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Child Developmental Delay
- Child Development
- Delayed Child Development
- Pediatric Developmental Lag
- Childhood Growth Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6259: Other lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood
Also known as:
- Graves' Disease
- Hyperthyroidism
- Graves' disease
- Graves Disease
- Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
- Toxic Diffuse Goiter
- Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Also known as:
- High Blood Sugar
- Hyperglycemia
- Elevated Glucose
- Unspecified High Blood Sugar
ICD-10 Codes:
- R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Thyroid Function Test Results
- Thyroid Disease
- Unusual thyroid test results
- Irregular thyroid function
- Thyroid hormone levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- R946: Abnormal results of thyroid function studies
Which procedures does Dr. Zhu perform as a Pediatric Endocrinologist?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Jia Zhu 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. Zhu's office.
Does Dr. Zhu accept my insurance?
Dr. Zhu 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. Zhu accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Zhu 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
Boston Medical Center
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Partners Plans
Health Plans
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Zhu's office located?
What is Dr. Zhu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zhu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598159766.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zhu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zhu
What is Dr. Jia Zhu's specialty?
Dr. Zhu is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Boston, MA. 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. Zhu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jia Zhu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Zhu 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
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Is Jia Zhu accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Jia Zhu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jia Zhu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zhu's office at (617) 355-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jia Zhu?
Please contact Dr. Zhu's office at (617) 355-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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