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14 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Stephen, Family Medicine Specialist in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Karla Stephen, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 14 years. Dr. Stephen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stephen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stephen’s office at (859) 260-6348.
Where did Dr. Stephen go to medical school and complete their residency?
What languages does Dr. Stephen speak?
Dr. Stephen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Stephen typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Stephen 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. Stephen. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Stephen typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Karla Stephen may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Stephen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Stephen accept my insurance?
Dr. Stephen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 260-6348 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Stephen accept in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Stephen in Lexington, KY 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 Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Kentucky
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Stephen's office located?
Dr. Karla Stephen's Primary Practice
1740 Nicholasville Rd
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 260-6348
What is Dr. Stephen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Stephen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124105911.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stephen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Stephen
What is Dr. Karla Stephen's specialty?
Dr. Stephen is a Family Medicine Specialist near Lexington, KY.
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. Karla Stephen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Stephen is affiliated with Baptist Health Lexington, Baptist Health Richmond 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
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Is Karla Stephen accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?
Yes, Dr. Karla Stephen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karla Stephen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Stephen's office at (859) 260-6348 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karla Stephen?
Please contact Dr. Stephen's office at (859) 260-6348 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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