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Dr. Karen Gavigan, MD

Dr. Karen Gavigan, MD

Aurora, CO

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gavigan, Pediatrician in Aurora, CO?

    Dr. Karen Gavigan, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Gavigan completed her residency at Pitt Co Mem Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Gavigan is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gavigan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gavigan’s office at (303) 928-7555.

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

    • Residency: Pitt Co Mem Hosp, Pediatrics | Brody School Of Med | University Health Systems, Pitt County Memorial Hospital

    Is Dr. Gavigan board certified as a Pediatrician?

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

    What languages does Dr. Gavigan speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Gavigan typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Gavigan 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. Gavigan. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Developmental Speech and Language Disorder
    • Phonological Disorder
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Childhood Language Delay
    • Global Speech Delay
    • Unspecified Communication Disorder
    • Speech Sound Disorder
    • Articulation Disorder
    • Sound Production Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F809: Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified
    • F800: Phonological disorder

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Delayed Child Development
    • Child Development
    • Developmental delay
    • Slow development in children
    • Milestone delays

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R620: Delayed milestone in childhood

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F88: Other disorders of psychological development

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Gavigan typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Gavigan performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Gavigan. 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:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Does Dr. Gavigan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gavigan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 928-7555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gavigan accept in Aurora, CO?

    Dr. Gavigan in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • Cigna Group

    • Colorado Access

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • State of Colorado

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Gavigan's office located?

    Slnh Primary Care

    6069 S Southlands Pkwy

    Aurora, CO 80016

    (303) 928-7555

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    Dr. Karen Gavigan's Practice 2

    2535 S Downing St

    Denver, CO 80210

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

    Dr. Gavigan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144392184.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gavigan?

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

    What is Dr. Karen Gavigan's specialty?

    Dr. Gavigan is a Pediatrician near Aurora, CO.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

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

    Yes, Dr. Gavigan is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Karen Gavigan accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?

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

    Does Dr. Karen Gavigan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gavigan's office at (303) 928-7555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karen Gavigan?

    Please contact Dr. Gavigan's office at (303) 928-7555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Gavigan have?

    Dr. Karen Gavigan is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.

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