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Dr. Kara Lewis, MD

Dr. Kara Lewis, MD

Phoenix, AZ

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. 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 as a 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 a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Lewis typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Migraine Without Aura
    • Migraine
    • Common migraine
    • Migraine without warning signs
    • Pulsating headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43009: Migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus

    Also known as:

    • Epilepsy
    • Complex Partial Seizures
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness
    • Focal Impaired Awareness Seizures
    • Temporal Lobe Seizures
    • Psychomotor Seizures

    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

    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:

    • 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:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism
    • Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    What procedures does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Lewis typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Lewis performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Auditory Evoked Potentials (Hearing Threshold)
    • AEP Hearing Test
    • Brainstem Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
    • Hearing Threshold Estimation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92652: Auditory evoked potentials; for threshold estimation at multiple frequencies, with interpretation and report

    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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Mercy Care

    • Oscar Health

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Lewis' office located?

    Ambulatory Building

    1919 E Thomas Rd

    Phoenix, AZ 85016

    (602) 933-0970

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    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.

    What does a Pediatric Neurologist do?

    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.

    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

    When to see a Pediatric Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Neurologist. Explore 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 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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