Dr. Sara Pinney, MD

Pediatric Endocrinologist, Endocrinologist

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

Who is Dr. Pinney, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Philadelphia, PA?

Dr. Sara Pinney, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Pinney completed her residency at McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, Pediatrics and is currently affiliated with Childrens Hospital Of Philadelphia - Endocrinology. Dr. Pinney is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pinney’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pinney’s office.

Where did Dr. Pinney go to medical school and complete their residency?

Residency: McGaw Med Ctr Of Northwestern, Pediatrics
Medical School: University of Cincinnati Coll of Med, Cincinnati Oh

What languages does Dr. Pinney speak?

Dr. Pinney and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

English

What conditions does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Pinney typically treat?

As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Pinney 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. Pinney. 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
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:

Diabetes
Diabetic Hyperglycemia
Diabetes Overview
Hyperglycemia
Sugar Diabetes
High Blood Sugar
Type 2 Diabetes
High Blood Sugar from Diabetes
Diabetic High Glucose
Elevated Blood Sugar

ICD-10 Codes:

E139: Other specified diabetes mellitus without complications
E1365: Other specified diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

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
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:

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:

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:

Immunization Visit
Vaccines
Vaccination appointment
Shot visit
Immunization encounter

ICD-10 Codes:

Z23: Encounter for immunization

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

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:

Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
Body Weight
Childhood obesity
Pediatric high BMI
Overweight child BMI

ICD-10 Codes:

Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age

What procedures does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Pinney typically perform?

As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sara Pinney may include:

Please contact Dr. Pinney's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

Does Dr. Pinney accept my insurance?

Dr. Pinney accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Pinney accept in Philadelphia, PA?

Dr. Pinney in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Pinney's office located?

Childrens Hospital Of Philadelphia - Endocrinology

3401 Civic Center Blvd

Philadelphia, PA 19104

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What is Dr. Pinney's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

Dr. Pinney's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295925923.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pinney?

Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pinney

What is Dr. Sara Pinney's specialty?

Dr. Pinney is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Philadelphia, PA.

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 Dr. Sara Pinney affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

No, Dr. Pinney 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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