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Dr. Karen Wright, MD

Minneapolis, MN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wright, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Minneapolis, MN?

    Dr. Karen Wright, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Minneapolis, MN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Wright graduated from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science and completed her residency at Hennepin County Medical Center Program. Dr. Wright is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wright’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wright’s office at (763) 577-7160.

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

    • Residency: Hennepin County Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science

    What languages does Dr. Wright speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wright typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wright 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. Wright. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Depression
    • Clinical depression
    • Major depressive disorder
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F32A: Depression, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wright typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Karen Wright may include:

    Please contact Dr. Wright's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Wright accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wright accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (763) 577-7160 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wright accept in Minneapolis, MN?

    Dr. Wright in Minneapolis, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medica Advantage

    • Medica Group

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Minnesota

    • UCare Minnesota

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Wright's office located?

    Dr. Karen Wright's Primary Practice

    2925 Chicago Ave

    Minneapolis, MN 55407

    (763) 577-7160

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    Dr. Karen Wright's Practice 2

    800 E 28th St # Mr

    Minneapolis, MN 55407

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    Dr. Karen Wright's Practice 3

    2855 Campus Dr

    Plymouth, MN 55441

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

    Dr. Wright's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962795898.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wright?

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

    What is Dr. Karen Wright's specialty?

    Dr. Wright is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Minneapolis, MN.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

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

    Yes, Dr. Wright is affiliated with Abbott Northwestern Hospital, Owatonna Hospital, Hcmc Red Building, Mercy Hospital - Coon Rapids, Mn, M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, North Memorial Health – Maple Grove 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Karen Wright accepting new patients in Minneapolis, MN?

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

    Does Dr. Karen Wright offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wright's office at (763) 577-7160 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karen Wright?

    Please contact Dr. Wright's office at (763) 577-7160 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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