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Dr. Kara Gowan, MD

Dr. Kara Gowan, MD

Orlando, FL

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Gowan, Hospitalist in Orlando, FL?

    Dr. Kara Gowan, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Orlando, FL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Gowan completed her residency at Orlando Regional Medical Center. She is a member of the COMMUNITY ACQUIRED PNEUMONIA PROTOCOL COMM OR REG MED CTR, AMERCIAN SOCIETY OF INTERNAL MEDICINE, and MEMBER - AMERICAN COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS. Dr. Gowan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gowan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gowan’s office at (407) 464-9516.

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

    • Residency: Orlando Regional Medical Center | Orlando Health

    • Medical School: Saint Louis Center / School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Gowan board certified in Hospitalist?

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

    What languages does Dr. Gowan speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Gowan treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Gowan 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. Gowan. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Sugar
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Elevated Glucose
    • Unspecified High Blood Sugar

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified

    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

    Which procedures does Dr. Gowan perform as a Hospitalist?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kara Gowan may include:

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

    Does Dr. Gowan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gowan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (407) 464-9516 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gowan accept in Orlando, FL?

    Dr. Gowan in Orlando, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • 6 Degrees Health

    • All Other Third Party

    • Allianz Worldwide Care

    • Axa Financial

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Gowan's office located?

    Dr. Kara Gowan's Primary Practice

    1414 Kuhl Ave

    Orlando, FL 32806

    (407) 464-9516

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    Dr. Kara Gowan's Practice 2

    515 Wekiva Commons Cir

    Apopka, FL 32712

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    Dr. Kara Gowan's Practice 3

    601 E Rollins St

    Orlando, FL 32803

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    COMMUNITY ACQUIRED PNEUMONIA PROTOCOL COMM OR REG MED CTR

    Member

    AMERCIAN SOCIETY OF INTERNAL MEDICINE

    Member

    MEMBER - AMERICAN COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS

    Member

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

    Dr. Gowan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982637328.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gowan?

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

    What is Dr. Kara Gowan's specialty?

    Dr. Gowan is a Hospitalist near Orlando, FL. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Gowan to book an appointment today.

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

    No, Gowan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Adventhealth Orlando. 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 Hospitalist?

    Explore Hospitalist 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 Gowan accepting new patients in Orlando, FL?

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

    Does Dr. Kara Gowan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gowan's office at (407) 464-9516 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kara Gowan?

    Please contact Dr. Gowan's office at (407) 464-9516 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kara Gowan have?

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

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