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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Busch, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Elizabethtown, KY?
Dr. Karina Busch, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Elizabethtown, KY with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Busch is fluent in English and Creoles and pidgins, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Busch’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Busch’s office at (270) 706-5171.
Where did Dr. Busch go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Cincinnati / Main Campus
What languages does Dr. Busch speak?
Dr. Busch and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Creoles and pidgins
English
What conditions does Dr. Busch treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Busch 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. Busch. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetic skin sores
- Diabetes-related wounds
- Foot ulcers from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer
Also known as:
- External Surgical Wound Opening
- Wounds and Injuries
- External wound dehiscence
- Surgical incision separation
- Outer wound rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8131XA: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, initial encounter
- T8131XD: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Left Lower Leg Open Wound
- Wounds and Injuries
- Left Lower Leg Injury
- Left Calf Wound
- Left Shin Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S81802A: Unspecified open wound, left lower leg, initial encounter
- S81802D: Unspecified open wound, left lower leg, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89314: Pressure ulcer of right buttock, stage 4
- L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
- L89324: Pressure ulcer of left buttock, stage 4
Also known as:
- Right Lower Leg Open Wound
- Wounds and Injuries
- Right Leg Cut
- Right Leg Injury
- Open Sore on Right Lower Leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- S81801A: Unspecified open wound, right lower leg, initial encounter
- S81801D: Unspecified open wound, right lower leg, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Varicose Veins with Ankle Ulcer
- Varicose Veins with Lower Leg Ulcer
- Varicose Veins in Right Leg with Calf Ulcer
- Varicose Veins
- Venous Ulcer
- Leg Ulcer from Varicose Veins
- Venous Stasis Ulcer
- Right Calf Venous Ulcer
- Calf Ulcer from Varicose Veins
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83023: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with ulcer of ankle
- I83018: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with ulcer other part of lower leg
- I83012: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with ulcer of calf
Also known as:
- Skin Problems from Radiation
- Radiation Exposure
- Skin Condition
- Radiation dermatitis
- Radiation skin reaction
- Radiation-induced skin changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- L598: Other specified disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue related to radiation
Also known as:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Foot
- Skin Condition
- Foot Ulcer
- Open Sore on Foot
- Venous Ulcer
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97511: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot limited to breakdown of skin
Which procedures does Dr. Busch perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Karina Busch may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Busch's office.
Does Dr. Busch accept my insurance?
Dr. Busch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (270) 706-5171 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Busch accept in Elizabethtown, KY?
Dr. Busch in Elizabethtown, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Passport Health Plan
State of Kentucky
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Busch's office located?
Dr. Karina Busch's Primary Practice
1010 Woodland Dr Ste 101
Elizabethtown, KY 42701
(270) 706-5171
What is Dr. Busch's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Busch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194765891.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Busch?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Busch
What is Dr. Karina Busch's specialty?
Dr. Busch is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Elizabethtown, KY. 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. Busch to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Karina Busch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Busch is affiliated with Baptist Health Hardin 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 Karina Busch accepting new patients in Elizabethtown, KY?
Yes, Dr. Karina Busch is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karina Busch offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Busch's office at (270) 706-5171 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karina Busch?
Please contact Dr. Busch's office at (270) 706-5171 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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