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Dr. Karl Fan, MD

Corpus Christi, TX

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fan, Diagnostic Radiologist in Corpus Christi, TX?

    Dr. Karl Fan, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Corpus Christi, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Fan graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Mass Gen Hosp, Vascular & Interventional Radiology; Mass Gen Hosp, Diagnostic Radiology; Va Long Beach Hlthcare Sys, Internal Medicine. Dr. Fan is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fan’s office at (361) 887-7000.

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

    • Residency: Mass Gen Hosp, Vascular & Interventional Radiology; Mass Gen Hosp, Diagnostic Radiology; Va Long Beach Hlthcare Sys, Internal Medicine | U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca | University of California

    Is Dr. Fan board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Karl Fan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Fan speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Fan treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Fan 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. Fan. 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:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Other Lung Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Various lung conditions
    • Unspecified lung disorder
    • Miscellaneous lung problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J984: Other disorders of lung

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Pulmonary Edema
    • Lung Disease
    • Long-term Fluid in Lungs
    • Persistent Lung Congestion
    • Chronic Lung Fluid Buildup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J811: Chronic pulmonary edema

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Collapsed Lung
    • Atelectasis
    • Lung collapse
    • Incomplete lung expansion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9811: Atelectasis

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Asymptomatic Menopause
    • Menopause
    • Menopausal Transition
    • Postmenopause
    • Change of Life

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z780: Asymptomatic menopausal state

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Cigarette Addiction
    • Smoking
    • Smoking Addiction
    • Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
    • Tobacco Addiction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Acquired Kidney Cyst
    • Kidney Cysts
    • Acquired Cystic Kidney Disease
    • Renal Cyst
    • Simple Kidney Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N281: Cyst of kidney, acquired

    Also known as:

    • History of Nicotine Dependence
    • E-Cigarettes
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Past nicotine addiction
    • Previous smoking habit
    • History of tobacco use disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Displacement
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back
    • Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
    • Lumbar Disc Protrusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region

    What procedures does Dr. Fan perform?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Fan 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. Fan. 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:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Fan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (361) 887-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fan accept in Corpus Christi, TX?

    Dr. Fan in Corpus Christi, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CalOptima

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • HealthComp

    • Medicare

    • Monarch HealthCare

    • OptumRx

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Fan's office located?

    Dr. Karl Fan's Primary Practice

    1812 S Alameda St

    Corpus Christi, TX 78404

    (361) 887-7000

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    Dr. Karl Fan's Practice 2

    5742 Spohn Dr

    Corpus Christi, TX 78414

    (361) 887-7000

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    Dr. Karl Fan's Practice 3

    815 Pennsylvania Ave

    Fort Worth, TX 76104

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

    Dr. Fan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962408989.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fan?

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

    What is Dr. Karl Fan's specialty?

    Dr. Fan is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Corpus Christi, TX. A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions. Contact Dr. Fan to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Karl Fan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fan is affiliated with UCI Medical Center, Medical City Weatherford Hospital, San Antonio Regional Hospital, Providence St. Jude Medical Center 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

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    Is Karl Fan accepting new patients in Corpus Christi, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Karl Fan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karl Fan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fan's office at (361) 887-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karl Fan?

    Please contact Dr. Fan's office at (361) 887-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karl Fan have?

    Dr. Karl Fan is certified by the American Board of Radiology.

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