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Dr. Kara Shay, MD

Dr. Kara Shay, MD

Crestview Hills, KY

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Shay, Internist in Crestview Hills, KY?

    Dr. Kara Shay, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Crestview Hills, KY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Shay graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Ucsd Med Center. Dr. Shay is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shay’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shay’s office at (859) 341-0288.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Shay?

    Dr. Kara Shay, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Shay empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Crestview Hills/KY community, Dr. Shay is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Veterans Affairs Health Care System - (San Diego, CA)

    • Residency: Ucsd Med Center | University of California, San Diego (UCSD) Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Shay board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Kara Shay, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Shay speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Shay treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Shay 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. Shay. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
    • Hand Arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M19049: Primary osteoarthritis, unspecified hand

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Which procedures does Dr. Shay perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Kara Shay may include:

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

    Does Dr. Shay accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shay accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 341-0288 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shay accept in Crestview Hills, KY?

    Dr. Shay in Crestview Hills, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Custom Design Benefits

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Kentucky

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Shay's office located?

    Dr. Kara Shay's Primary Practice

    334 Thomas More Pkwy

    Crestview Hills, KY 41017

    (859) 341-0288

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    Dr. Kara Shay's Practice 2

    2900 Chancellor Dr

    Crestview Hills, KY 41017

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    Dr. Kara Shay's Practice 3

    85 N Grand Ave

    Newport, KY 41075

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

    Dr. Shay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578508271.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shay?

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

    What is Dr. Kara Shay's specialty?

    Dr. Shay is a Internist near Crestview Hills, KY.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Shay to book an appointment today.

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

    No, Shay is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: St. Elizabeth Ft. Thomas Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Kara Shay accepting new patients in Crestview Hills, KY?

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

    Does Dr. Kara Shay offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shay's office at (859) 341-0288 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kara Shay?

    Please contact Dr. Shay's office at (859) 341-0288 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kara Shay have?

    Dr. Kara Shay is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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