35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Counts, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Debra Counts, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD. She has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Counts completed her residency at St Louis Childrens Hosp, Pediatric Endocrinology; Johns Hopkins Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Counts is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Counts’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Counts’s office at (410) 601-8331.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Counts?
Dr. Debra Counts, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Endocrinologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Counts empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Diabetes, Growth Disorders, Prader-Willi Syndrome, Pubertal Disorders, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Baltimore/MD community, Dr. Counts is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Counts go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Louis Childrens Hosp, Pediatric Endocrinology; Johns Hopkins Hosp, Pediatrics
Medical School: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch of Med, Baltimore Md
Is Dr. Counts board certified as a Pediatric Endocrinologist?
Yes, Dr. Debra Counts, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Counts speak?
Dr. Counts and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Counts treat?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Counts 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. Counts. 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:
- 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:
- Short Stature in Children
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Child Growth Problems
- Dwarfism
- Growth Retardation
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6252: Short stature (child)
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
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 Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH)
- Adrenal Gland Overactivity
- Adrenal Gland Disorder
- Birth Defects
- 21-hydroxylase deficiency
- 3-beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase deficiency
- Congenital adrenal hyperplasia due to 11-beta-hydroxylase deficiency
- CAH
- Adrenogenital Syndrome
- Enzyme Deficiency Adrenal Disorder
- Adrenocortical Hyperfunction
- Excess Adrenal Hormones
- Adrenal Hyperactivity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E250: Congenital adrenogenital disorders associated with enzyme deficiency
- E270: Other adrenocortical overactivity
Also known as:
- Early Puberty
- Delayed Puberty
- Puberty
- Central precocious puberty
- Precocious puberty
- Puberty at a young age
- Late puberty
- Slow puberty development
ICD-10 Codes:
- E301: Precocious puberty
- E300: Delayed puberty
Also known as:
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
- PCOS
- Stein-Leventhal Syndrome
- Polycystic Ovaries
ICD-10 Codes:
- E282: Polycystic ovarian syndrome
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
- Underactive Thyroid at Birth
- Neonatal Hypothyroidism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
- E031: Congenital hypothyroidism without goiter
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Prader-Willi Syndrome
- Klinefelter Syndrome
- PWS
- Genetic obesity syndrome
- Developmental delay syndrome
- 'XXY Syndrome', '47
- XXY Karyotype', 'Klinefelter's'
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q8711: Prader-Willi syndrome
- Q980: Klinefelter syndrome karyotype 47, XXY
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Obesity
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- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Counts perform as a Pediatric Endocrinologist?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Debra Counts 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. Counts' office.
Does Dr. Counts accept my insurance?
Dr. Counts accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 601-8331 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Counts accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Counts in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
Oxford Health Plans
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Where is Dr. Counts' office located?
Dr. Debra Counts' Primary Practice
2411 W Belvedere Ave Ste 205
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 601-8331
What is Dr. Counts's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Counts's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609816065.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Counts?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Counts
What is Dr. Debra Counts's specialty?
Dr. Counts is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Baltimore, MD. 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. Counts to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Debra Counts affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Counts is affiliated with Sinai Hospital - Baltimore, MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center 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
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Is Debra Counts accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
Yes, Dr. Debra Counts is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Debra Counts offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Counts's office at (410) 601-8331 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Debra Counts?
Please contact Dr. Counts's office at (410) 601-8331 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Debra Counts have?
Dr. Debra Counts is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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