Dr. Karen Schultz, MD
Sacramento, CA
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schultz, Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Karen Schultz, MD is an Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Schultz graduated from New Jersey College of Dentistry and completed her residency at University of Chicago Medical Center. Dr. Schultz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schultz’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schultz’s office at (916) 755-7000.
Where did Dr. Schultz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Chicago Medical Center
Medical School: New Jersey College of Dentistry
What languages does Dr. Schultz speak?
Dr. Schultz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist like Dr. Schultz typically treat?
As an Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist, Dr. Schultz 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. Schultz. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Discordant Ventriculoarterial Connection
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
- Transposition of the Great Arteries
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- Heart Artery Misconnection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
- Q203: Discordant ventriculoarterial connection
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- History of Corrected Heart and Circulatory System Birth Defects
- Birth Defects
- Heart Disease
- Past heart malformations
- Previous corrected congenital heart problems
- History of circulatory system birth anomalies
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8774: Personal history of (corrected) congenital malformations of heart and circulatory system
What procedures does an Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist like Dr. Schultz typically perform?
As an Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Karen Schultz may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Schultz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Schultz accept my insurance?
Dr. Schultz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 755-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schultz accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Schultz in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Schultz's office located?
Dr. Karen Schultz's Primary Practice
2825 Capitol Ave
Sacramento, CA 95816
(916) 755-7000
What is Dr. Schultz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schultz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801184692.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schultz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schultz
What is Dr. Karen Schultz's specialty?
Dr. Schultz is a Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist near Sacramento, CA.
What does an Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist do?
A physician who focuses on the care and management of adults with congenital heart disease (ACHD) is specially trained to navigate the complexities of this condition. ACHD specialists have a thorough understanding of the anatomy, physiology, surgical repairs, and potential long-term complications associated with congenital heart disease. They leverage this expertise to effectively manage patients who may also experience acquired heart conditions, including heart failure, arrhythmias, and pulmonary hypertension.
Is this Dr. Karen Schultz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schultz is affiliated with Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Sutter Roseville Medical Center, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Uc Davis 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 an Adult Congenital Heart Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Karen Schultz accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Karen Schultz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Schultz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schultz's office at (916) 755-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Schultz?
Please contact Dr. Schultz's office at (916) 755-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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