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Dr. Karen Alton, MD

Dr. Karen Alton, MD

Detroit, MI

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alton, Pediatrician in Detroit, MI?

    Dr. Karen Alton, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Detroit, MI. She has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Alton graduated from Mechanical Engineering and completed her residency at Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Pediatrics. Dr. Alton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alton’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alton’s office.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Alton?

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

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Pediatrics | University Mich Med School | University of Michigan Affiliated Hospitals | University of Michigan Program

    • Medical School: Mechanical Engineering

    Is Dr. Alton board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Alton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology

    What languages does Dr. Alton speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Alton typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Alton 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. Alton. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism
    • Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Mixed Receptive-Expressive Language Disorder
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Global Language Disorder
    • Understanding and Speaking Disorder
    • Combined Language Impairment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F802: Mixed receptive-expressive language disorder

    Also known as:

    • Other Personal Health Risks
    • Other health risk factors
    • Specific personal risks
    • Individual health concerns

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9189: Other specified personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Alton typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Alton 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. Alton. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Does Dr. Alton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alton accept in Detroit, MI?

    Dr. Alton in Detroit, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • McLaren Health Care

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Alton's office located?

    Dr. Karen Alton's Primary Practice

    22201 Moross Rd

    Detroit, MI 48236

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

    Dr. Alton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649264037.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alton?

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

    What is Dr. Karen Alton's specialty?

    Dr. Alton is a Pediatrician near Detroit, MI.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is this Dr. Karen Alton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alton is affiliated with Henry Ford St. John Children's Hospital 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

    When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. Explore 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 Karen Alton accepting new patients in Detroit, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Alton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karen Alton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alton's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karen Alton?

    Please contact Dr. Alton's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Alton have?

    Dr. Karen Alton is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.

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