Dr. Karen Hentschel-Franks, DO
Pediatric Sleep Medicine Specialist
,Pediatric Pulmonologist
,Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist
,Pulmonologist
San Antonio, TX
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hentschel-Franks, Pediatric Sleep Medicine Specialist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Karen Hentschel-Franks, DO is a Pediatric Sleep Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Hentschel-Franks graduated from New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Hentschel-Franks is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hentschel-Franks’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hentschel-Franks’s office at (210) 257-1400.
Where did Dr. Hentschel-Franks go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and Affiliated Hospitals | Long Island Jewish Medical Center
Medical School: New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine | New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine | College Of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Hentschel-Franks board certified as a Pediatric Sleep Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Karen Hentschel-Franks, DO is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Hentschel-Franks speak?
Dr. Hentschel-Franks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Sleep Medicine Specialist like Dr. Hentschel-Franks typically treat?
As a Pediatric Sleep Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hentschel-Franks 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. Hentschel-Franks. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
- Breathing Pauses During Sleep
- Snoring Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
- G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils
- Tonsil hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils
- Big tonsils
ICD-10 Codes:
- J351: Hypertrophy of tonsils
Also known as:
- Unexplained Weight Gain
- Sudden weight gain
- Rapid weight increase
- Abnormal increase in weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- R635: Abnormal weight gain
Also known as:
- Sleep Disorder
- Sleep Problem
- Sleep Disturbance
- Trouble Sleeping
ICD-10 Codes:
- G479: Sleep disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils and adenoids
- Big tonsils and adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids
Does Dr. Hentschel-Franks accept my insurance?
Dr. Hentschel-Franks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 257-1400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hentschel-Franks accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Hentschel-Franks in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Bexar County Hospital District
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hentschel-Franks' office located?
Dr. Karen Hentschel-Franks' Practice 2
7703 Floyd Curl Dr Ste MC7977
San Antonio, TX 78229
What is Dr. Hentschel-Franks's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hentschel-Franks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306953468.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hentschel-Franks?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hentschel-Franks
What is Dr. Karen Hentschel-Franks's specialty?
Dr. Hentschel-Franks is a Pediatric Sleep Medicine Specialist near San Antonio, TX.
What does a Pediatric Sleep Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician specializing in sleep medicine, certified in this subspecialty, focuses on the clinical assessment, physiological testing, diagnosis, management, and prevention of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders. Sleep specialists care for patients of all ages and employ multidisciplinary approaches to treatment. Conditions managed by these specialists include, but are not limited to, sleep-related breathing disorders, insomnia, hypersomnia's, circadian rhythm sleep disorders, parasomnias, and sleep-related movement disorders.
Is this Dr. Karen Hentschel-Franks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hentschel-Franks is affiliated with University Hospital-San Antonio 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 Sleep Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Karen Hentschel-Franks accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Karen Hentschel-Franks is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Hentschel-Franks offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hentschel-Franks's office at (210) 257-1400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Hentschel-Franks?
Please contact Dr. Hentschel-Franks's office at (210) 257-1400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Hentschel-Franks have?
Dr. Karen Hentschel-Franks is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.
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