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Dr. Fernando Karst, MD
San Antonio, TX
24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Karst, Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Fernando Karst, MD is an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Karst completed his residency at Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Family Medicine. Dr. Karst is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karst’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karst’s office at (210) 297-3520.
Where did Dr. Karst go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Family Medicine | University Tx Med School San Antonio
Medical School: University of Ne Coll of Med, Omaha Ne
Is Dr. Karst board certified in Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Fernando Karst, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Karst speak?
Dr. Karst and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Karst treat?
As a Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Karst 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. Karst. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetic skin sores
- Diabetes-related wounds
- Foot ulcers from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- External Surgical Wound Opening
- Wounds and Injuries
- External wound dehiscence
- Surgical incision separation
- Outer wound rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8131XD: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, subsequent encounter
- T8131XA: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Wound Dressing Change or Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Non-surgical dressing care
- Wound care visit
- Dressing replacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing
Also known as:
- Skin Problems from Radiation
- Radiation Exposure
- Skin Condition
- Radiation dermatitis
- Radiation skin reaction
- Radiation-induced skin changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- L598: Other specified disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue related to radiation
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers and Inflammation
- Vascular Disease
- Inflamed Venous Hypertension Ulcers
- High Venous Pressure with Sores and Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87332: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer and inflammation of left lower extremity
Also known as:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Foot
- Skin Condition
- Foot Ulcer
- Open Sore on Foot
- Venous Ulcer
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97522: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Left Lower Leg
- Skin Condition
- Non-Pressure Leg Sore
- Persistent Leg Wound
- Left Leg Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore on Lower Leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97822: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left lower leg with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
Does Dr. Karst accept my insurance?
Dr. Karst accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 297-3520 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karst accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Karst in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Other Health Care Provider
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Where is Dr. Karst's office located?
Dr. Fernando Karst's Primary Practice
7940 Floyd Curl Dr Ste 100
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 297-3520
Dr. Fernando Karst's Practice 3
6633 E Highway 290 Ste 101
Austin, TX 78723
(512) 314-3834
What is Dr. Karst's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karst's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326148586.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karst?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karst
What is Dr. Fernando Karst's specialty?
Dr. Karst is a Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist near San Antonio, TX. Physicians specializing in Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine, who may come from various specialties such as preventive medicine or emergency medicine, treat conditions like decompression illness, diving accidents, carbon monoxide poisoning, gas gangrene, non-healing wounds, radiation and burn tissue damage, and bone infections using hyperbaric oxygen therapy. These specialists also consult with other physicians on hyperbaric chamber operations, evaluate risks, and implement preventive measures to safeguard divers and individuals working in altered atmospheric conditions from disease and disability. Contact Dr. Karst to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Fernando Karst affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Karst is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Fernando Karst accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Fernando Karst is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fernando Karst offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karst's office at (210) 297-3520 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fernando Karst?
Please contact Dr. Karst's office at (210) 297-3520 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Fernando Karst have?
Dr. Fernando Karst is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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