27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lewis, Pediatric Neurologist in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Kara Lewis, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ. She has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and American Board of Urology. Dr. Lewis graduated from University of Arizona, College of Medicine and completed her residency at St Joseph'S Hospital And Med Center Pediatrics. Dr. Lewis is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lewis’s office at (602) 933-0970.
Where did Dr. Lewis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Joseph'S Hospital And Med Center Pediatrics | Barrow Neurological Institute | St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix | St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix | Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Arizona, College of Medicine
Is Dr. Lewis board certified in Pediatric Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Kara Lewis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology , American Board of Urology
What languages does Dr. Lewis speak?
Dr. Lewis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Lewis treat?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Lewis 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. Lewis. 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:
- Migraine Without Aura
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine
- Common migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Pulsating headache
- Transformed migraine
- Daily chronic headache
- Persistent migraine
- Common Migraine
- Everyday Migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43719: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Complex Partial Seizures
- Focal Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
- Focal Impaired Awareness Seizures
- Temporal Lobe Seizures
- Psychomotor Seizures
- Partial Seizure Disorder
- Localized Onset Epilepsy
- Idiopathic Focal Epilepsy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40209: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, not intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40009: Localization-related (focal) (partial) idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with seizures of localized onset, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Temporary Confusion
- Delirium
- Mental Disorder
- Acute Confusion
- Sudden Mental Changes
- Brief Disorientation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R404: Transient alteration of awareness
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Fetal Abnormality
- Birth Defects
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Congenital Anomaly
- Fetal Malformation
- Developmental Abnormality
- Birth Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- O358XX1: Maternal care for other (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, fetus 1
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Involuntary Movements
- Movement Disorder
- Uncontrolled Body Movements
- Dyskinesia
- Spasms
ICD-10 Codes:
- R258: Other abnormal involuntary movements
Also known as:
- Family History of Epilepsy or Neurological Disease
- Epilepsy
- Family History
- Neurologic Disease
- Genetic risk for epilepsy
- Hereditary nervous system disorders
- Neurological conditions in family
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z820: Family history of epilepsy and other diseases of the nervous system
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Delayed Child Development
- Child Development
- Developmental delay
- Slow development in children
- Milestone delays
ICD-10 Codes:
- R620: Delayed milestone in childhood
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Corpus Callosum Malformation
- Brain Malformations
- Agenesis of Corpus Callosum
- ACC
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q040: Congenital malformations of corpus callosum
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Developmental Disabilities
- Developmental Disabilities
- Atypical psychological development
- Unspecified developmental disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F88: Other disorders of psychological development
Which procedures does Dr. Lewis perform as a Pediatric Neurologist?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kara Lewis may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lewis' office.
Does Dr. Lewis accept my insurance?
Dr. Lewis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 933-0970 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lewis accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Lewis in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Mercy Care Plan
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Where is Dr. Lewis' office located?
Recognitions
Awards
Phoenix Super Doctors
What is Dr. Lewis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lewis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417061185.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lewis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lewis
What is Dr. Kara Lewis's specialty?
Dr. Lewis is a Pediatric Neurologist near Phoenix, AZ. A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages. Contact Dr. Lewis to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kara Lewis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lewis is affiliated with St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center - Phoenix, AZ 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
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Is Kara Lewis accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Kara Lewis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kara Lewis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lewis's office at (602) 933-0970 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kara Lewis?
Please contact Dr. Lewis's office at (602) 933-0970 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kara Lewis have?
Dr. Kara Lewis is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and American Board of Urology.
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