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Dr. Karen Kasting, MD
Sacramento, CA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Kasting, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Karen Kasting, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Kasting is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kasting’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kasting’s office at (260) 458-3610.
What languages does Dr. Kasting speak?
Dr. Kasting and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Kasting treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Kasting 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. Kasting. 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:
- Chronic Skin Ulcer
- Skin Condition
- Open Sore
- Skin Wound
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L98499: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with unspecified severity
Also known as:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
Which procedures does Dr. Kasting perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Karen Kasting may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kasting's office.
Does Dr. Kasting accept my insurance?
Dr. Kasting accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (260) 458-3610 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kasting accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Kasting in Sacramento, CA 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
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kasting's office located?
Dr. Karen Kasting's Primary Practice
6600 Bruceville Rd
Sacramento, CA 95823
(260) 458-3610
What is Dr. Kasting's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kasting's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427255033.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kasting?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kasting
What is Dr. Karen Kasting's specialty?
Dr. Kasting is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Sacramento, CA. An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Kasting to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Karen Kasting affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kasting is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: South Sacramento Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente - Roseville Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
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Is Karen Kasting accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Karen Kasting is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Kasting offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kasting's office at (260) 458-3610 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Kasting?
Please contact Dr. Kasting's office at (260) 458-3610 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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