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Dr. Kara Brooks, MD

Dr. Kara Brooks, MD

Crestview, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brooks, Family Medicine Specialist in Crestview, FL?

    Dr. Kara Brooks, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Crestview, FL. She is board certified. Dr. Brooks graduated from Florida State University, College Of Medicine and completed her residency at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital (Southwest Georgia) Program. Dr. Brooks is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brooks’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brooks’s office at (850) 682-6122.

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

    • Residency: Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital (Southwest Georgia) Program

    • Medical School: Florida State University, College Of Medicine | Florida State University, College Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Brooks board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Kara Brooks, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Brooks speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Brooks typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Brooks 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. Brooks. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Screening for Other Viral Disease
    • Health Screening
    • Other Viral Infection Screening
    • Miscellaneous Virus Test
    • Non-COVID Viral Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Brooks typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kara Brooks may include:

    Please contact Dr. Brooks' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Brooks accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brooks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (850) 682-6122 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brooks accept in Crestview, FL?

    Dr. Brooks in Crestview, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Selman and company

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Brooks' office located?

    Dr. Kara Brooks' Primary Practice

    550 Redstone Ave W Ste 200

    Crestview, FL 32536

    (850) 682-6122

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

    Dr. Brooks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942441795.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brooks?

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

    What is Dr. Kara Brooks's specialty?

    Dr. Brooks is a Family Medicine Specialist near Crestview, FL.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Kara Brooks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Brooks is affiliated with Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola, Baptist Hospital - Pensacola, Hca Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital, Gulf Breeze Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Brooks accepting new patients in Crestview, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Kara Brooks is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kara Brooks offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brooks's office at (850) 682-6122 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kara Brooks?

    Please contact Dr. Brooks's office at (850) 682-6122 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kara Brooks have?

    Dr. Kara Brooks is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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