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Who is Dr. Akinseye, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Leah Akinseye, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Memphis, TN with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Akinseye is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akinseye’s office at (901) 227-9875.
What languages does Dr. Akinseye speak?
Dr. Akinseye and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Akinseye treat?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Akinseye 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. Akinseye. 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:
- Short Stature in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Child Growth Problems
- Dwarfism
- Growth Retardation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6252: Short stature (child)
Also known as:
- Obesity from Excess Calories
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Diet-Related Obesity
- Common Obesity
- Nutritional Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Child Development Problems
- Child Development
- Developmental concerns in children
- Abnormal child development
- Lack of normal development
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood
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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Metabolic Syndrome
- Metabolic Disorder
- Insulin Resistance Syndrome
- Syndrome X
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8881: Metabolic syndrome and other insulin resistance
Which procedures does Dr. Akinseye perform as a Pediatric Endocrinologist?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Leah Akinseye 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. Akinseye's office.
Does Dr. Akinseye accept my insurance?
Dr. Akinseye accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (901) 227-9875 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akinseye accept in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Akinseye in Memphis, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Highmark Inc.
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Where is Dr. Akinseye's office located?
Dr. Leah Akinseye's Primary Practice
6215 Humphreys Blvd Ste 301
Memphis, TN 38120
(901) 227-9875
What is Dr. Akinseye's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akinseye's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952781064.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akinseye?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akinseye
What is Dr. Leah Akinseye's specialty?
Dr. Akinseye is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Memphis, TN. 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. Akinseye to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Leah Akinseye affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Akinseye 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Endocrinologist?
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Is Leah Akinseye accepting new patients in Memphis, TN?
Yes, Dr. Leah Akinseye is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leah Akinseye offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akinseye's office at (901) 227-9875 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leah Akinseye?
Please contact Dr. Akinseye's office at (901) 227-9875 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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