33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Starr, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Karen Starr, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Charlottesville, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Starr graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed her residency at Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Starr is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Starr’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Starr’s office at (434) 654-8930.
Where did Dr. Starr go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, Internal Medicine | Valley Health System/Medical College of Virginia/Virginia Commonwealth University Program
Medical School: University of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md | University of Maryland At Baltimore / Professional Schools | University of Maryland School of Medicine
Is Dr. Starr board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Karen Starr, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Starr speak?
Dr. Starr and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Starr treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Starr 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. Starr. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
What procedures does Dr. Starr perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Starr 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. Starr. 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:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
Also known as:
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Skin Conditions
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
Does Dr. Starr accept my insurance?
Dr. Starr accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (434) 654-8930 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Starr accept in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Starr in Charlottesville, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Starr's office located?
What is Dr. Starr's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Starr's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073551610.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Starr?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Starr
What is Dr. Karen Starr's specialty?
Dr. Starr is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Charlottesville, VA. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Starr to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Karen Starr affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Starr is affiliated with UVA University Hospital, UVA Health Culpeper Medical Center, Sentara RMH Medical Center, Bon Secours St. Mary's 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
Where can I learn more about Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
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Is Karen Starr accepting new patients in Charlottesville, VA?
Yes, Dr. Karen Starr is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Starr offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Starr's office at (434) 654-8930 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Starr?
Please contact Dr. Starr's office at (434) 654-8930 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Starr have?
Dr. Karen Starr is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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