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Who is Dr. Wirthwein, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. Elizabeth Wirthwein, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Knoxville, TN with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Wirthwein graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine. Dr. Wirthwein is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wirthwein’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wirthwein’s office at (865) 541-8000.
Where did Dr. Wirthwein go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Wirthwein speak?
Dr. Wirthwein and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Wirthwein treat?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Wirthwein 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. Wirthwein. 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
- 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
- Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetes Type 1
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Episode
- Juvenile Diabetes
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
- T1D
- Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
- Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
Also known as:
- Long-Term Insulin Use
- Diabetes Medicines
- Chronic insulin therapy
- Ongoing insulin treatment
- Insulin for diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z794: Long term (current) use of insulin
Also known as:
- Congenital Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Other Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid at Birth
- Neonatal Hypothyroidism
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
- Thyroid Gland Underactivity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E031: Congenital hypothyroidism without goiter
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
- E038: Other specified hypothyroidism
Also known as:
- Overactive Pituitary Gland
- Underactive Pituitary Gland
- Pituitary Disorder
- Combined pituitary hormone deficiency
- Isolated growth hormone deficiency
- Pituitary Hyperfunction
- Excess Pituitary Hormone
- Hyperpituitarism
- Hypopituitarism
- Pituitary Hormone Deficiency
- Low Pituitary Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E228: Other hyperfunction of pituitary gland
- E230: Hypopituitarism
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:
- Early Puberty
- Puberty
- Central precocious puberty
- Precocious puberty
- Puberty at a young age
ICD-10 Codes:
- E301: Precocious puberty
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
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:
- Having an Insulin Pump
- Diabetes Medicines
- Diabetes pump
- Continuous insulin delivery
- Automated insulin delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9641: Presence of insulin pump (external) (internal)
Also known as:
- Acanthosis Nigricans
- Skin Pigmentation Disorder
- AN
- Dark Skin Patches
- Thickened Dark Skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- L83: Acanthosis nigricans
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:
- Adrenal Insufficiency
- Addison Disease
- Underactive Adrenal Gland
- Adrenocortical Hypofunction
- Adrenal Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E2740: Unspecified adrenocortical insufficiency
Also known as:
- Bone Density and Structure Disorder
- Bone Density
- Bone Disease
- Abnormal Bone Density
- Bone Structure Problem
- Bone Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M8580: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, unspecified site
Which procedures does Dr. Wirthwein perform as a Pediatric Endocrinologist?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Elizabeth Wirthwein 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. Wirthwein's office.
Does Dr. Wirthwein accept my insurance?
Dr. Wirthwein accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (865) 541-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wirthwein accept in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. Wirthwein in Knoxville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
SummaCare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Wirthwein's office located?
Dr. Elizabeth Wirthwein's Primary Practice
2018 Clinch Ave Fl 2
Knoxville, TN 37916
(865) 541-8000
What is Dr. Wirthwein's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wirthwein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316989965.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wirthwein?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wirthwein
What is Dr. Elizabeth Wirthwein's specialty?
Dr. Wirthwein is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Knoxville, 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. Wirthwein to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Elizabeth Wirthwein affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Wirthwein is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: East Tennessee 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
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Is Elizabeth Wirthwein accepting new patients in Knoxville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Wirthwein is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elizabeth Wirthwein offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wirthwein's office at (865) 541-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Wirthwein?
Please contact Dr. Wirthwein's office at (865) 541-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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