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Dr. Levon Agdere, MD

Dr. Levon Agdere, MD

Brooklyn, NY

Accepting patients
Online booking

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Agdere, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Levon Agdere, an experienced Pediatric Endocrinologist, has dedicated over three decades to enhancing children's health and well-being. He earned his MD from Istanbul Faculty of Medicine in 1981, completed a pediatrics residency at Lutheran Medical Center, and a pediatric endocrinology fellowship at Cornell University Medical College. Dr. Agdere has contributed to research with publications in prestigious journals like the New England Journal of Medicine and has shared his expertise at national and international conferences. His guiding principle is to provide compassionate, evidence-based care to ensure every child can thrive and lead a fulfilling life.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Agdere?

    Dr. Levon Agdere, 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. Agdere empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Diabetes, Short Stature in Children, Thyroid Disorders, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Brooklyn/NY community, Dr. Agdere is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Agdere go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Lutheran Med Ctr, Pediatrics

    Is Dr. Agdere board certified in Pediatric Endocrinologist?

    Yes, Dr. Levon Agdere, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Agdere speak?

    Dr. Agdere and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Armenian

    • English

    • Spanish

    • Turkish

    What conditions does Dr. Agdere treat?

    As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Agdere 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. Agdere. 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:

    • Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Childhood obesity
    • Pediatric high BMI
    • Overweight child BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age

    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:

    • Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
    • High Blood Sugar Episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    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:

    • Congenital Hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Underactive Thyroid at Birth
    • Neonatal Hypothyroidism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E031: Congenital hypothyroidism without goiter

    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:

    • Short Stature in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Child Growth Problems
    • Dwarfism
    • Growth Retardation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6252: Short stature (child)

    Also known as:

    • Acanthosis Nigricans
    • Skin Pigmentation Disorder
    • AN
    • Dark Skin Patches
    • Thickened Dark Skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L83: Acanthosis nigricans

    Also known as:

    • Overweight Child
    • Body Weight
    • Childhood Overweight
    • Pediatric Overweight
    • High BMI in Children

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6853: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 85th percentile to less than 95th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Irregular Periods
    • Menstruation
    • Oligomenorrhea
    • Abnormal Menstrual Cycle

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N926: Irregular menstruation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • High blood glucose
    • Low blood glucose
    • Glucose intolerance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7309: Other abnormal glucose

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Thyroid Function Test Results
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Unusual thyroid test results
    • Irregular thyroid function
    • Thyroid hormone levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R946: Abnormal results of thyroid function studies

    Also known as:

    • Down Syndrome
    • Trisomy 21
    • Mongolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q909: Down syndrome, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Breast Enlargement
    • Breast Disease
    • Breast hypertrophy
    • Macromastia
    • Gigantomastia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N62: Hypertrophy of breast

    Does Dr. Agdere accept my insurance?

    Dr. Agdere accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Agdere accept in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Agdere in Brooklyn, NY 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Agdere's office located?

    NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Brooklyn

    NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Brooklyn

    263 7th Avenue

    Brooklyn, NY 11215

    (917) 300-0553

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    NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Brooklyn

    NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist - Degraw Pediatrics

    621 Degraw Street, Floor 3

    Brooklyn, NY 11217

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Levon Agdere?

    Dr. Agdere has appointments available at his Brooklyn, NY office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.

    What is Dr. Agdere's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Agdere's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356308548.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Agdere?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Agdere

    What is Dr. Levon Agdere's specialty?

    Dr. Agdere is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Brooklyn, NY. 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. Agdere to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Levon Agdere affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Agdere is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatric Endocrinologist?

    Explore Pediatric 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 Levon Agdere accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Levon Agdere is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Levon Agdere offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Agdere, or call (917) 300-0553 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Levon Agdere?

    Please contact Dr. Agdere's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Levon Agdere have?

    Dr. Levon Agdere is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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