Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Garnaas, Neurologist in Redding, CA?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Garnaas?
Dr. Karen Garnaas, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Garnaas empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Botox, Multiple Sclerosis, Neuromuscular Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Redding, CA community, Dr. Garnaas is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Garnaas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mayo Grad School Med/Mayo Fndn
Medical School: Florida International University, Miami, FL
What languages does Dr. Garnaas speak?
Dr. Garnaas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Garnaas typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Garnaas 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. Garnaas. 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:
- Other Specified Aftercare
- Specific post-op care
- Specialized recovery care
- Follow-up for specific procedures
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- CIDP
- Chronic Inflammatory Polyneuritis
- Demyelinating Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G6181: Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis
Also known as:
- Numbness or Tingling
- Neurologic Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Paresthesia
- Skin Numbness
- Tingling Sensation
- Pins and Needles
ICD-10 Codes:
- R202: Paresthesia of skin
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
- ALS
- Lou Gehrig's Disease
- Motor Neuron Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G1221: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Also known as:
- Abnormal EEG
- Irregular Electroencephalogram
- Unusual Brain Wave Test
- EEG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9401: Abnormal electroencephalogram [EEG]
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Garnaas typically perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Garnaas 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. Garnaas. 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:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Vital Capacity Test
- Lung Function Tests
- Spirometry
- Lung volume test
- Forced vital capacity
CPT Codes:
- 94150: Vital capacity, total (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Garnaas accept my insurance?
Dr. Garnaas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (530) 242-3500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Garnaas accept in Redding, CA?
Dr. Garnaas in Redding, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Mutual of Omaha
Sanford Health
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Garnaas' office located?
Dr. Karen Garnaas' Primary Practice
3305 Placer St Ste B
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 242-3500
What hospitals are Dr. Garnaas affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Garnaas has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Garnaas's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Garnaas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124046776.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garnaas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garnaas
What is Dr. Karen Garnaas's specialty?
What does a Neurologist do?
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.