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Dr. Karen Gripp, MD

Wilmington, DE

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Gripp, Clinical Geneticist in Wilmington, DE?

    Dr. Karen Gripp, MD is a Clinical Geneticist, who primarily practices in Wilmington, DE. She has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified by the American Board of Medical Genetics, American Board of Pediatrics, and American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Gripp graduated from University of Hamburg and completed her residency at Children'S Hosp-Philadelphia, Medical Genetics; Thos Jefferson Univ Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Gripp is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gripp’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gripp’s office at (302) 651-4000.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Gripp?

    Dr. Karen Gripp, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Clinical Geneticist 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. Gripp empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Craniofacial Disorders, Dysmorphology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Wilmington/DE community, Dr. Gripp is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Gripp go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Children'S Hosp-Philadelphia, Medical Genetics; Thos Jefferson Univ Hosp, Pediatrics | Kinderklinik | Jefferson University Hospitals

    • Medical School: University Hamburg, Krankenhaus Eppendorf, Fak Med, Hamburg | Universitaet Hamburg, Fachbereich Medizin | University of Hamburg

    Is Dr. Gripp board certified in Clinical Geneticist?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Gripp, MD is board certified by the American Board of Medical Genetics , American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Gripp speak?

    Dr. Gripp and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • German

    What conditions does Dr. Gripp treat?

    As a Clinical Geneticist, Dr. Gripp 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. Gripp. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Other Genetic Syndrome
    • Other Birth Defects Causing Short Stature
    • Other Specific Birth Defects
    • Birth Defects
    • Rare Birth Defect Syndromes
    • Uncommon Congenital Syndromes
    • Rare Short Stature Syndromes
    • Uncommon Dwarfism
    • Rare Congenital Anomalies
    • Uncommon Birth Malformations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q8789: Other specified congenital malformation syndromes, not elsewhere classified
    • Q8719: Other congenital malformation syndromes predominantly associated with short stature
    • Q898: Other specified congenital malformations

    Also known as:

    • Cafe-au-lait Spots
    • Birthmarks
    • CALMs
    • Coffee-with-Milk Spots
    • Light Brown Birthmarks

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L813: Cafe au lait spots

    Also known as:

    • Genetic Risk for Other Disease
    • Hereditary Disease Risk
    • Increased Risk of Inherited Conditions
    • Genetic Predisposition to Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1589: Genetic susceptibility to other disease

    Also known as:

    • Child Development Problems
    • Child Development
    • Developmental concerns in children
    • Abnormal child development
    • Lack of normal development

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6250: Unspecified lack of expected normal physiological development in childhood

    Also known as:

    • Neurofibromatosis Type 1
    • Neurofibromatosis
    • Neurofibromatosis type 1
    • NF1
    • Von Recklinghausen disease
    • Peripheral neurofibromatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q8501: Neurofibromatosis, type 1

    Also known as:

    • Short Stature in Children
    • Failure to Thrive in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Child Growth Problems
    • Dwarfism
    • Growth Retardation
    • Poor growth in children
    • Childhood growth problems
    • Infant growth failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6252: Short stature (child)
    • R6251: Failure to thrive (child)

    Also known as:

    • Other Genetic and Chromosomal Screening
    • Genetic Testing
    • Health Screening
    • Additional Genetic Testing
    • Advanced Chromosome Screening
    • Specific Genetic Anomaly Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1379: Encounter for other screening for genetic and chromosomal anomalies

    Also known as:

    • Family history of genetic disease carrier
    • Family History
    • Genetic Disorder
    • Inherited genetic disease risk
    • Genetic carrier status in family
    • Family history of inherited conditions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z8481: Family history of carrier of genetic disease

    Also known as:

    • Genetic Counseling
    • Genetic risk assessment
    • Hereditary counseling
    • DNA counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7183: Encounter for nonprocreative genetic counseling

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    Also known as:

    • Other Developmental Disabilities
    • Developmental Disabilities
    • Atypical psychological development
    • Unspecified developmental disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F88: Other disorders of psychological development

    Also known as:

    • Expressive Language Disorder
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Language Production Disorder
    • Verbal Expression Difficulty
    • Speech Output Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F801: Expressive language disorder

    Also known as:

    • Microcephaly
    • Brain Malformations
    • Autosomal recessive primary microcephaly
    • Small Head Syndrome
    • Congenital Microcephaly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q02: Microcephaly

    Also known as:

    • Trisomy 18
    • Genetic Disorder
    • Edwards Syndrome
    • Chromosome 18 Trisomy
    • Extra Chromosome 18

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q913: Trisomy 18, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
    • Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
    • hEDS
    • EDS Type 3
    • Joint Hypermobility Syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q7962: Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Unexplained Skin Pigment Disorder
    • Skin Pigmentation Disorder
    • Skin Color Changes
    • Pigmentation Problems
    • Skin Discoloration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L819: Disorder of pigmentation, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Gripp perform as a Clinical Geneticist?

    As a Clinical Geneticist, procedures performed by a Dr. Karen Gripp may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gripp's office.

    Does Dr. Gripp accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gripp accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (302) 651-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gripp accept in Wilmington, DE?

    Dr. Gripp in Wilmington, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Johns Hopkins

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • UPMC Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Gripp's office located?

    Dr. Karen Gripp's Primary Practice

    1600 Rockland Rd

    Wilmington, DE 19803

    (302) 651-4000

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    What is Dr. Gripp's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Gripp's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790877678.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gripp?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gripp

    What is Dr. Karen Gripp's specialty?

    Dr. Gripp is a Clinical Geneticist near Wilmington, DE. A clinical geneticist is adept at offering thorough diagnostic, management, and counseling services for genetic disorders. Contact Dr. Gripp to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Karen Gripp affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Gripp is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware. 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

    Where can I learn more about Clinical Geneticist?

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    Is Karen Gripp accepting new patients in Wilmington, DE?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Gripp is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karen Gripp offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gripp's office at (302) 651-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karen Gripp?

    Please contact Dr. Gripp's office at (302) 651-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Gripp have?

    Dr. Karen Gripp is certified by the American Board of Medical Genetics, American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.

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