23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Stout, Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Karen Stout, MD is an Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Stout graduated from University of Arizona, College of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases. Dr. Stout is fluent in English, Chinese, French, German, Japanese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stout’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stout’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Stout?
Dr. Karen Stout, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist 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. Stout empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Congenital Heart Disease-Adult, Echocardiography, Heart Disease in Pregnancy, Heart Valve Disease, Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Seattle/WA community, Dr. Stout is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Stout go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: UW - Division of Cardiology
Residency: Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases | University Of Wa School Of Med | Internal Medicine, Oregon Health Sciences University, Portland | Internal Medicine, Oregon Health Sciences University, Portland | Oregon Health & Science University | Oregon Health & Science University
Medical School: University of Az Collage of Medicine | University of Arizona, College of Medicine
Is Dr. Stout board certified in Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Karen Stout, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2003
What languages does Dr. Stout speak?
Dr. Stout and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
French
German
Japanese
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Stout treat?
As a Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist, Dr. Stout 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. Stout. 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:
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Discordant Ventriculoarterial Connection
- Narrowing of the Aorta
- Leaky Aortic Valve at Birth
- Ventricular Septal Defect
- Ebstein's Anomaly
- Congenital Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
- Transposition of the Great Arteries
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- Heart Artery Misconnection
- Aortic Coarctation
- CoA
- Pinched Aorta
- Congenital Aortic Regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Aortic Valve Leak
- VSD
- Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
- Ebstein Anomaly
- Tricuspid Valve Displacement
- Congenital Tricuspid Valve Defect
- Narrowed Aortic Valve at Birth
- Aortic Valve Narrowing
- Heart Valve Birth Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
- Q203: Discordant ventriculoarterial connection
- Q251: Coarctation of aorta
- Q231: Congenital insufficiency of aortic valve
- Q210: Ventricular septal defect
- Q225: Ebstein's anomaly
- Q230: Congenital stenosis of aortic valve
Also known as:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
Also known as:
- Obstructive Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Cardiomyopathy
- HCM (Obstructive)
- Thickened Heart Muscle with Obstruction
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
ICD-10 Codes:
- I421: Obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
Also known as:
- Having a Heart Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Cardiac transplant
- Heart replacement surgery
- Post-heart transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z941: Heart transplant status
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Secondary Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Pulmonary arterial hypertension
- High blood pressure in lung arteries (secondary)
- Secondary PAH
- Lung artery hypertension from other causes
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2721: Secondary pulmonary arterial hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Which procedures does Dr. Stout perform as a Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist?
As a Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Karen Stout may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Stout's office.
Does Dr. Stout accept my insurance?
Dr. Stout accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Stout accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Stout in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Boeing
Cambia (Regence)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal Employee Program
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Stout's office located?
What is Dr. Stout's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Stout's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306921127.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stout?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Stout
What is Dr. Karen Stout's specialty?
Dr. Stout is a Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist near Seattle, WA. A physician who focuses on the care and management of adults with congenital heart disease (ACHD) is specially trained to navigate the complexities of this condition. ACHD specialists have a thorough understanding of the anatomy, physiology, surgical repairs, and potential long-term complications associated with congenital heart disease. They leverage this expertise to effectively manage patients who may also experience acquired heart conditions, including heart failure, arrhythmias, and pulmonary hypertension. Contact Dr. Stout to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Karen Stout affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Stout is affiliated with UW Medical Center - Montlake 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 Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist?
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Is Karen Stout accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Karen Stout is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Stout offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Stout's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Stout?
Please contact Dr. Stout's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Stout have?
Dr. Karen Stout is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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