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Dr. Firas Kara, MD

Fort Wayne, IN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kara, Internist in Fort Wayne, IN?

    Dr. Firas Kara, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fort Wayne, IN. Dr. Kara is fluent in English, Arabic, and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kara’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kara’s office at (260) 353-1444.

    What languages does Dr. Kara speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    • German

    What conditions does Dr. Kara treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Kara 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. Kara. 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:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

    Also known as:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
    • Back Pain
    • SI Joint Inflammation
    • Sacroiliac Dysfunction
    • Inflamed SI Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
    • Pain Relievers
    • Chronic opioid therapy
    • Ongoing narcotic pain medication
    • Opioid analgesic use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes nerve issues
    • Diabetic nervous system problems
    • Nerve damage from type 2 diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1149: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic neurological complication

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Right Female Nipple and Areola Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Cancer of right female nipple
    • Right female areola tumor
    • Malignant growth on right female nipple

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50011: Malignant neoplasm of nipple and areola, right female breast

    What procedures does Dr. Kara perform?

    As an Internist, Dr. Kara 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. Kara. 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:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Kara accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (260) 353-1444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kara accept in Fort Wayne, IN?

    Dr. Kara in Fort Wayne, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Cooperative Benefit Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kara's office located?

    Dr. Firas Kara's Primary Practice

    7233 W Jefferson Blvd

    Fort Wayne, IN 46804

    (260) 353-1444

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

    Dr. Kara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700110822.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kara?

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

    What is Dr. Firas Kara's specialty?

    Dr. Kara is a Internist near Fort Wayne, IN.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Kara to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Firas Kara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kara is affiliated with Marion Health, Parkview Regional Medical Center, Dupont Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Firas Kara accepting new patients in Fort Wayne, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Firas Kara is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Firas Kara offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kara's office at (260) 353-1444 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Firas Kara?

    Please contact Dr. Kara's office at (260) 353-1444 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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