15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Knowles, Pediatrician in Albany, OR?
Dr. Kara Knowles, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Albany, OR. She has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Knowles graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed her residency at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago. Dr. Knowles is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Knowles’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Knowles’s office at (541) 812-5111.
Where did Dr. Knowles go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago | McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine
Is Dr. Knowles board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Kara Knowles, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Knowles speak?
Dr. Knowles and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Knowles typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Knowles 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. Knowles. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
- Eye Disease
- Vision Impairment and Blindness
- Annual eye checkup
- Vision screening, no issues
- Eye health exam, all clear
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Blood Disorder Check
- Immune System Check-up
- Hematologic Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
Also known as:
- Preventive Fluoride Treatment
- Fluoride application
- Dental fluoride treatment
- Prophylactic fluoride
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z293: Encounter for prophylactic fluoride administration
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Knowles typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Knowles 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. Knowles. 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 Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Does Dr. Knowles accept my insurance?
Dr. Knowles accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (541) 812-5111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Knowles accept in Albany, OR?
Dr. Knowles in Albany, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
HealthRight Group
Kaiser Permanente
Providence Health & Services
Samaritan Health Services
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Knowles' office located?
What is Dr. Knowles's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Knowles's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457541617.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Knowles?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Knowles
What is Dr. Kara Knowles's specialty?
Dr. Knowles is a Pediatrician near Albany, OR.
What does a Pediatrician do?
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.
Is this Dr. Kara Knowles affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Knowles is affiliated with Samaritan Albany General Hospital, Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital, Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, Peacehealth Sacred Heart Medical Center Riverbend 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 a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kara Knowles accepting new patients in Albany, OR?
Yes, Dr. Kara Knowles is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kara Knowles offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Knowles's office at (541) 812-5111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kara Knowles?
Please contact Dr. Knowles's office at (541) 812-5111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kara Knowles have?
Dr. Kara Knowles is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.
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