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Dr. Karin Butcher, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

San Fernando, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Butcher, Family Medicine Specialist in San Fernando, CA?

    Dr. Karin Butcher, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Fernando, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Butcher graduated from American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine. Dr. Butcher is fluent in English and Armenian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Butcher’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Butcher’s office at (818) 838-4500.

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

    • Medical School: American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine

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

    Yes, Dr. Karin Butcher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Butcher speak?

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

    • Armenian
    • English

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

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

    • Unexplained Health Concerns
    • Health Anxiety
    • Somatic Symptoms
    • Undiagnosed Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z711: Person with feared health complaint in whom no diagnosis is made

    Also known as:

    • Pain
    • Body ache
    • Discomfort
    • Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R52: Pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Blood Pressure Check with Abnormal Findings
    • High Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure Screening
    • Abnormal BP Reading
    • Blood Pressure Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0131: Encounter for examination of blood pressure with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
    • Vital Signs
    • Normal BP reading
    • Blood pressure screening, all clear
    • Healthy blood pressure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Karin Butcher may include:

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

    Does Dr. Butcher accept my insurance?

    Dr. Butcher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 838-4500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Butcher accept in San Fernando, CA?

    Dr. Butcher in San Fernando, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Territories

    • AllCare Health

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Care N' Care Insurance Company

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Butcher's office located?

    Dr. Karin Butcher's Primary Practice

    1600 San Fernando Rd

    San Fernando, CA 91340

    (818) 838-4500

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    Dr. Karin Butcher's Practice 2

    7843 Lankershim Blvd

    North Hollywood, CA 91605

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    Dr. Karin Butcher's Practice 3

    14624 Sherman Way Fl 6

    Van Nuys, CA 91405

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

    Dr. Butcher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174751747.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Butcher?

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

    What is Dr. Karin Butcher's specialty?

    Dr. Butcher is a Family Medicine Specialist near San Fernando, CA.

    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 Dr. Karin Butcher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Butcher is affiliated with Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center 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 Dr. Karin Butcher accepting new patients in San Fernando, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Karin Butcher is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karin Butcher offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Butcher's office at (818) 838-4500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Karin Butcher?

    Please contact Dr. Butcher's office at (818) 838-4500 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Butcher's office located?

    Dr. Butcher's offices are located in San Fernando, CA, North Hollywood, CA, and Van Nuys, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karin Butcher have?

    Dr. Karin Butcher is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.