Lutheran General Hosp HH Care Dept
701 S Zarzamora St, 
San Antonio, TX 

Overview

Elia Escaname is a Pediatric Endocrinologist in San Antonio, Texas. Dr. Escaname has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Her top areas of expertise are Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Acanthosis Nigricans, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Year

2009

Specialties

Pediatric Endocrinology

Licenses

Pediatrics in TX

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Community First Health Plans
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
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  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Superior Health Plan
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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Locations

Lutheran General Hosp HH Care Dept
701 S Zarzamora St, San Antonio, TX 78207

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Escaname has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Pediatric Growth Hormone Deficiency

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Elia Escaname

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Elia Escaname?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Elia Escaname by calling their office at 210-358-7551. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Elia Escaname a top-rated expert for Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Elia Escaname is classified as an Experienced expert for Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Elia Escaname specialize in?

While Dr. Elia Escaname is a Pediatric Endocrinology, they have specific expertise in Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Acanthosis Nigricans. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Endocrinology.

Does Dr. Elia Escaname participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Elia Escaname has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). You can view a list of Dr. Elia Escaname's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Elia Escaname accept my insurance?

Dr. Elia Escaname accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 210-358-7551 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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