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37 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Garcia, Endocrinologist in Forest Hills, NY?
Dr. Hortencia Garcia, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Forest Hills, NY with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 37 years. Dr. Garcia completed her residency at Winthrop-University Hosp, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Garcia is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garcia’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garcia’s office at (562) 692-0383.
Where did Dr. Garcia go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Winthrop-University Hosp, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine | Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center
Medical School: University Auto De Ciudad Juarez, Esc De Med, Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua | Universidad Autonoma De Ciudad Juarez
What languages does Dr. Garcia speak?
Dr. Garcia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Garcia typically treat?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Garcia 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. Garcia. 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:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
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:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Other Thyroid Disorder
- Thyroid Disease
- Specified Thyroid Condition
- Uncommon Thyroid Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0789: Other specified disorders of thyroid
What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Garcia typically perform?
As an Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Hortencia Garcia 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
Please contact Dr. Garcia's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Garcia accept my insurance?
Dr. Garcia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 692-0383 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Garcia accept in Forest Hills, NY?
Dr. Garcia in Forest Hills, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Garcia's office located?
Dr. Hortencia Garcia's Primary Practice
11129 Queens Blvd
Forest Hills, NY 11375
(562) 692-0383
What is Dr. Garcia's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Garcia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700887072.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garcia?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garcia
What is Dr. Hortencia Garcia's specialty?
Dr. Garcia is a Endocrinologist near Forest Hills, 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 this Dr. Hortencia Garcia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Garcia is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 Hortencia Garcia accepting new patients in Forest Hills, NY?
Yes, Dr. Hortencia Garcia is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hortencia Garcia offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Garcia's office at (562) 692-0383 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hortencia Garcia?
Please contact Dr. Garcia's office at (562) 692-0383 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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