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Dr. Karen Alonso, MD

Phoenix, AZ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alonso, Hospitalist in Phoenix, AZ?

    Dr. Karen Alonso, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Alonso graduated from University of Central Florida College of Medicine and completed her residency at Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center Program. Dr. Alonso is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alonso’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alonso’s office at (602) 865-2627.

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

    • Residency: Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Central Florida College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Alonso speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Alonso typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Alonso 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. Alonso. 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:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 2
    • Mild Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Heart Disease Screening
    • Vascular Disease Check
    • Cardiac Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Alonso typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Karen Alonso may include:

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

    Does Dr. Alonso accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alonso accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 865-2627 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alonso accept in Phoenix, AZ?

    Dr. Alonso in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Third Party

    • Banner Health

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • Cigna Group

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Alonso's office located?

    Dr. Karen Alonso's Primary Practice

    11022 N 28th Dr Ste 270

    Phoenix, AZ 85029

    (602) 865-2627

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    Banner Thunderbird Medical Center

    5555 W Thunderbird Rd

    Glendale, AZ 85306

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    Dr. Karen Alonso's Practice 3

    1111 E McDowell Rd

    Phoenix, AZ 85006

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

    Dr. Alonso's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033439328.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alonso?

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

    What is Dr. Karen Alonso's specialty?

    Dr. Alonso is a Hospitalist near Phoenix, AZ.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

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

    Yes, Dr. Alonso is affiliated with Banner Thunderbird Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

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    Is Karen Alonso accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?

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

    Does Dr. Karen Alonso offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alonso's office at (602) 865-2627 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karen Alonso?

    Please contact Dr. Alonso's office at (602) 865-2627 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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