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Dr. Carmen Bustamante Escobar, MD

Pediatric Endocrinologist, Endocrinologist

Miami, FL

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Bustamante Escobar, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Carmen Bustamante Escobar, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL. Dr. Bustamante Escobar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bustamante Escobar’s office at (305) 286-4985.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Bustamante Escobar?

    Dr. Carmen Bustamante Escobar, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Endocrinologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Bustamante Escobar empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Sexual Development Disorders, Thyroid Cancer, Thyroid Disorders, Turner Syndrome, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Miami, FL community, Dr. Bustamante Escobar is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Bustamante Escobar speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Bustamante Escobar 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. Bustamante Escobar. 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:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Class 1 Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity
    • Mild Obesity
    • Moderate Obesity
    • BMI Class 1 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
    • E66811: Obesity, class 1

    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:

    • Early Puberty
    • Puberty
    • Central precocious puberty
    • Precocious puberty
    • Puberty at a young age

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E301: Precocious puberty

    Also known as:

    • Adrenal Gland Overactivity
    • Adrenal Gland Disorder
    • Adrenocortical Hyperfunction
    • Excess Adrenal Hormones
    • Adrenal Hyperactivity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E270: Other adrenocortical overactivity

    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:

    • 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:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
    • Juvenile Diabetes
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
    • T1D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications

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

    As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Carmen Bustamante Escobar may include:

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

    Does Dr. Bustamante Escobar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bustamante Escobar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 286-4985 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bustamante Escobar accept in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Bustamante Escobar in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • CDPHP

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Florida Blue

    • Humana

    • Oscar Health

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    Where is Dr. Bustamante Escobar's office located?

    Dr. Carmen Bustamante Escobar's Primary Practice

    3100 SW 62nd Ave

    Miami, FL 33155

    (305) 286-4985

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    What hospitals are Dr. Bustamante Escobar affiliated with?

    Dr. Bustamante Escobar has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Nicklaus Children's Hospital,Miami, FL

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

    Dr. Bustamante Escobar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629483250.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bustamante Escobar?

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

    What is Dr. Carmen Bustamante Escobar's specialty?

    Dr. Bustamante Escobar is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Miami, FL.

    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. Carmen Bustamante Escobar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Bustamante Escobar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Nicklaus Children's 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

    When to see a Pediatric Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Carmen Bustamante Escobar accepting new patients in Miami, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Carmen Bustamante Escobar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Carmen Bustamante Escobar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bustamante Escobar's office at (305) 286-4985 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Carmen Bustamante Escobar?

    Please contact Dr. Bustamante Escobar's office at (305) 286-4985 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bustamante Escobar's office located?

    Dr. Bustamante Escobar's office is located in Miami, FL.