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 1 additional practice location. 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. 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 a Pediatrician like Dr. Lye typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- 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:
- 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
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Lye typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Cara Lye may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Lye's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Sendero Health Plans
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lye's office located?
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.
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. Cara Lye affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lye is affiliated with Ascension Seton Southwest Hospital, Heart Hospital Of Austin 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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