ST
37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Turken, Endocrinologist in Yonkers, NY?
Dr. Sheila Turken, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Yonkers, NY with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Turken graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ of British Columbia/BC Children's Hospital. Dr. Turken is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Turken’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Turken’s office at (914) 964-7862.
Where did Dr. Turken go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ of British Columbia/BC Children's Hospital
Medical School: State University of New York Downstate College of Medicine | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Turken speak?
Dr. Turken and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Turken treat?
As a Endocrinologist, Dr. Turken 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. Turken. 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 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Post-Surgery Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Postoperative Underactive Thyroid
- Thyroid Failure After Surgery
ICD-10 Codes:
- E890: Postprocedural hypothyroidism
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Which procedures does Dr. Turken perform as a Endocrinologist?
As a Endocrinologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Sheila Turken 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. Turken's office.
Does Dr. Turken accept my insurance?
Dr. Turken accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (914) 964-7862 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Turken accept in Yonkers, NY?
Dr. Turken in Yonkers, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cascade Comprehensive Care
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst
Medicare
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Turken's office located?
What is Dr. Turken's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Turken's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588605893.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Turken?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Turken
What is Dr. Sheila Turken's specialty?
Dr. Turken is a Endocrinologist near Yonkers, NY. An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues. Contact Dr. Turken to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sheila Turken affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Turken is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Bellevue 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 Endocrinologist?
Explore Endocrinologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Sheila Turken accepting new patients in Yonkers, NY?
Yes, Dr. Sheila Turken is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sheila Turken offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Turken's office at (914) 964-7862 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sheila Turken?
Please contact Dr. Turken's office at (914) 964-7862 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Endocrinologist Near Yonkers, NY
NS
Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Nadem Sayegh, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Yonkers, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified.
Yonkers, NY
AP
Endocrinologist
Accepting patientsDr. Aakash Patel, DO is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Yonkers, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified.
Yonkers, NY
Endocrinologist
Accepting patientsDr. Robert Fiedler, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Yonkers, NY. He has been practicing for over 55 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Yonkers, NY