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Dr. Sheila Turken, MD

Endocrinologist

Yonkers, NY

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    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. 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 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 an Endocrinologist like Dr. Turken typically treat?

    As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • Other Hypothyroidism
    • Post-Surgery Hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function
    • Thyroid Gland Underactivity
    • Postoperative Underactive Thyroid
    • Thyroid Failure After Surgery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E038: Other specified hypothyroidism
    • E890: Postprocedural hypothyroidism

    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:

    • Thyroid Cancer
    • Thyroid Carcinoma
    • Malignant Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Gland Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Turken typically perform?

    As an Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sheila Turken may include:

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

    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 Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Turken's office located?

    Dr. Sheila Turken's Primary Practice

    2 Park Ave

    Yonkers, NY 10703

    (914) 964-7862

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    Dr. Sheila Turken's Practice 2

    7901 Broadway

    Elmhurst, NY 11373

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    What is Dr. Turken's NPI number?A 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 an Endocrinologist near Yonkers, NY.

    What does an Endocrinologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Sheila Turken affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Turken is affiliated with Nyc Health + Hospitals/elmhurst which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Endocrinologist. Explore 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 Dr. 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 Dr. Sheila Turken?

    Please contact Dr. Turken's office at (914) 964-7862 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Turken's office located?

    Dr. Turken's offices are located in Yonkers, NY and Elmhurst, NY.