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Dr. Kara Phelps, MD

Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist

Spokane Valley, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Phelps, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Spokane Valley, WA?

    Dr. Kara Phelps, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Spokane Valley, WA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Phelps is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Phelps’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Phelps’s office at (509) 892-2700.

    What languages does Dr. Phelps speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Phelps typically treat?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Phelps 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. Phelps. 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:

    • Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Cecum Polyp
    • Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
    • Benign Descending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
    • Ascending colon adenoma
    • Ascending colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous cecum growth
    • Cecal adenoma
    • Cecum benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
    • Transverse colon adenoma
    • Transverse colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous descending colon growth
    • Descending colon adenoma
    • Descending colon benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
    • D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum
    • D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
    • D124: Benign neoplasm of descending colon

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastric Condition
    • Duodenal Condition
    • Digestive System Problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K319: Disease of stomach and duodenum, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Duodenum Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Duodenitis
    • Inflamed Duodenum
    • Small Intestine Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2980: Duodenitis without bleeding

    What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Phelps typically perform?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kara Phelps may include:

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

    Does Dr. Phelps accept my insurance?

    Dr. Phelps accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (509) 892-2700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Phelps accept in Spokane Valley, WA?

    Dr. Phelps in Spokane Valley, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other PACE

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • New Era Life Insurance

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Phelps' office located?

    Dr. Kara Phelps' Primary Practice

    13103 E Mansfield Ave

    Spokane Valley, WA 99216

    (509) 892-2700

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    Dr. Kara Phelps' Practice 2

    2003 Kootenai Health Way

    Coeur D Alene, ID 83814

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

    Dr. Phelps's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295091957.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Phelps?

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

    What is Dr. Kara Phelps's specialty?

    Dr. Phelps is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Spokane Valley, WA.

    What does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist do?

    A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases.

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

    Yes, Dr. Phelps is affiliated with Kootenai Health, Gritman Medical Center, Providence Holy Family Hospital, Samaritan Hospital - Moses Lake, Wa, Bonner General 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 Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Kara Phelps accepting new patients in Spokane Valley, WA?

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

    Does Dr. Kara Phelps offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Phelps' office at (509) 892-2700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kara Phelps?

    Please contact Dr. Phelps' office at (509) 892-2700 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Phelps' office located?

    Dr. Phelps' offices are located in Spokane Valley, WA and Coeur D Alene, ID.