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Dr. Cara Lye, MD

Dr. Cara Lye, MD

Austin, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lye, Pediatrician in Austin, TX?

    Dr. Cara Lye, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Austin, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Lye graduated from The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio and completed her residency at Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals. She is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics,. Dr. Lye is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lye’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lye’s office at (512) 892-7076.

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

    • Residency: Baylor College of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio

    What languages does Dr. Lye speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Lye treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Lye 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. Lye. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
    • Newborn Exam
    • Infant Checkup
    • Post-Birth Checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
    • Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Left Ear Infection
    • Ear Infection
    • Left Middle Ear Infection
    • Left Otitis Media
    • Left Earache
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H66002: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, left ear
    • H66001: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, right ear
    • H66003: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, bilateral
    • H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    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:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
    • Sinusitis
    • Acute maxillary sinusitis
    • Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
    • Maxillary sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    Also known as:

    • Impetigo
    • Skin Sores
    • Contagious Skin Infection
    • Pyoderma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L0100: Impetigo, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Early infant health exam
    • First week baby checkup
    • Post-delivery newborn exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Lye perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Cara Lye may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lye's office.

    Does Dr. Lye accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lye accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (512) 892-7076 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lye accept in Austin, TX?

    Dr. Lye in Austin, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Baylor Scott & White Health

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • MedImpact

    • Texas Children's Hospital

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Lye's office located?

    Dr. Cara Lye's Primary Practice

    15801 W Highway 71

    Austin, TX 78738

    (512) 892-7076

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    Dr. Cara Lye's Practice 2

    6621 Fannin St

    Houston, TX 77030

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    Dr. Cara Lye's Practice 3

    12600 Hill Country Blvd Bldg R-103

    Austin, TX 78738

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Academy of Pediatrics,

    Member

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

    Dr. Lye's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851649016.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lye?

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

    What is Dr. Cara Lye's specialty?

    Dr. Lye is a Pediatrician near Austin, TX. 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. Contact Dr. Lye to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Cara Lye affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lye is affiliated with Heart Hospital of Austin 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 Cara Lye accepting new patients in Austin, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Cara Lye is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Cara Lye offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lye's office at (512) 892-7076 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Cara Lye?

    Please contact Dr. Lye's office at (512) 892-7076 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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