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Dr. Karin Gunther, MD

Seattle, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gunther, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Seattle, WA?

    Dr. Karin Gunther, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Gunther graduated from Rutgers. Dr. Gunther is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gunther’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gunther’s office at (425) 656-4211.

    Where did Dr. Gunther go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Rutgers

    Is Dr. Gunther board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Karin Gunther, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Gunther speak?

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

    • English

    • German

    What conditions does Dr. Gunther treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gunther 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. Gunther. 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms
    • Nasal Congestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
    • J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Strep Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Bladder Inflammation with Blood in Urine
    • Bladder Disease
    • Urine and Urination
    • Acute Bladder Infection with Blood
    • Cystitis with Hematuria
    • Bloody Urine from Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3001: Acute cystitis with hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Throat pain
    • Pharyngitis
    • Throat discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R070: Pain in throat

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Eye Infection
    • Sore Eye

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H109: Unspecified conjunctivitis

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Persistent sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Vaginal Disorder
    • Vaginal Disease
    • Non-inflammatory Vaginal Conditions
    • Specific Vaginal Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N898: Other specified noninflammatory disorders of vagina

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
    • Health Screening
    • STD screening
    • Sexual health check
    • Venereal disease test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Injury of Wrist, Hand, or Finger
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Hand Injuries and Disorder
    • Wrist Injuries and Disorder
    • General Hand Injury
    • Wrist Trauma
    • Finger Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S6991XA: Unspecified injury of right wrist, hand and finger(s), initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19 Testing
    • Coronavirus Test
    • SARS-CoV-2 Test
    • COVID Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1152: Encounter for screening for COVID-19

    Which procedures does Dr. Gunther perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Karin Gunther may include:

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

    Does Dr. Gunther accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gunther accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (425) 656-4211 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gunther accept in Seattle, WA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Premera Blue Cross

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    Where is Dr. Gunther's office located?

    Dr. Karin Gunther's Primary Practice

    500 17th Ave

    Seattle, WA 98122

    (425) 656-4211

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    Dr. Karin Gunther's Practice 2

    400 S 43rd St

    Renton, WA 98055

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    Dr. Karin Gunther's Practice 3

    1205 N 10th St Ste A

    Renton, WA 98057

    (425) 690-3410

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

    Dr. Gunther's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396921938.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gunther?

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

    What is Dr. Karin Gunther's specialty?

    Dr. Gunther is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Seattle, WA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Gunther to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Karin Gunther affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gunther is affiliated with Valley Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

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    Is Karin Gunther accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Karin Gunther is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karin Gunther offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gunther's office at (425) 656-4211 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karin Gunther?

    Please contact Dr. Gunther's office at (425) 656-4211 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karin Gunther have?

    Dr. Karin Gunther is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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