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Dr. Kara Biven, MD

Lincoln, NE

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Biven, Pediatrician in Lincoln, NE?

    Dr. Kara Biven, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Lincoln, NE with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Biven is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Biven’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Biven’s office at (402) 483-4571.

    Is Dr. Biven board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Kara Biven, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Biven speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Biven treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Biven 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. Biven. 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:

    • RSV Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
    • RSV lung infection
    • Viral bronchiolitis
    • Acute bronchiolitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Oxygen
    • Lung Disease
    • Hypoxemia
    • Reduced oxygen in blood
    • Oxygen deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0902: Hypoxemia

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
    • Acute respiratory failure
    • ARDS
    • Severe breathing distress

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0603: Acute respiratory distress

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Jaundice
    • Jaundice
    • Neonatal Jaundice
    • Infant Jaundice
    • Physiological Jaundice

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P599: Neonatal jaundice, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Inflammation
    • Kidney Disease
    • Interstitial Nephritis
    • Tubulointerstitial Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N12: Tubulo-interstitial nephritis, not specified as acute or chronic

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Croup
    • Throat Disorder
    • Acute Laryngitis
    • Laryngotracheobronchitis
    • Barking Cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]

    Also known as:

    • Acetaminophen Poisoning from Self-Harm
    • Poisoning
    • Self-Harm
    • Tylenol Overdose for Self-Harm
    • Intentional Acetaminophen Overdose
    • Drug Poisoning Self-Harm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T391X2A: Poisoning by 4-Aminophenol derivatives, intentional self-harm, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Bronchiolitis
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Acute inflammation of bronchioles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J218: Acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms

    Also known as:

    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Other Specified Lung Disorder
    • Other Breathing Conditions
    • Miscellaneous Respiratory Diseases
    • Specific Lung Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J988: Other specified respiratory disorders

    Also known as:

    • Premature Baby
    • Premature Babies
    • Preterm infant
    • Early baby
    • Preemie

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P0739: Preterm newborn, gestational age 36 completed weeks

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Temperature Regulation Problems
    • Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
    • Newborn Temp Control Issues
    • Infant Temperature Problems
    • Neonatal Temperature Dysregulation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P819: Disturbance of temperature regulation of newborn, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Biven perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Kara Biven may include:

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

    Does Dr. Biven accept my insurance?

    Dr. Biven accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (402) 483-4571 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Biven accept in Lincoln, NE?

    Dr. Biven in Lincoln, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Medica

    • Molina

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Biven's office located?

    Dr. Kara Biven's Primary Practice

    4600 Valley Rd

    Lincoln, NE 68510

    (402) 483-4571

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    Dr. Kara Biven's Practice 2

    3262 Salt Creek Cir

    Lincoln, NE 68504

    (402) 465-5600

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    Dr. Kara Biven's Practice 3

    5401 South St

    Lincoln, NE 68506

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

    Dr. Biven's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790808665.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Biven?

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

    What is Dr. Kara Biven's specialty?

    Dr. Biven is a Pediatrician near Lincoln, NE. 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. Biven to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Biven is affiliated with Bryan East Campus, Chi Health St. Elizabeth Regional Medical Center 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 Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician 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 Kara Biven accepting new patients in Lincoln, NE?

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

    Does Dr. Kara Biven offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Biven's office at (402) 483-4571 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kara Biven?

    Please contact Dr. Biven's office at (402) 483-4571 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kara Biven have?

    Dr. Kara Biven is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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