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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Karr, Family Medicine Specialist in Sheffield, AL?
Dr. Aaron Karr, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sheffield, AL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Karr graduated from Pikeville College School Of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Karr is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karr’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karr’s office at (256) 383-4473.
Where did Dr. Karr go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Pikeville College School Of Osteopathic Medicine | Pikeville College School Of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Karr speak?
Dr. Karr and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Karr typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Karr 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. Karr. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, 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
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Karr typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Aaron Karr may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Karr's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Karr accept my insurance?
Dr. Karr accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 383-4473 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karr accept in Sheffield, AL?
Dr. Karr in Sheffield, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Karr's office located?
What is Dr. Karr's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karr's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265428031.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karr?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karr
What is Dr. Aaron Karr's specialty?
Dr. Karr is a Family Medicine Specialist near Sheffield, AL.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Aaron Karr affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karr is affiliated with Uab Hospital, Huntsville Hospital 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Aaron Karr accepting new patients in Sheffield, AL?
Yes, Dr. Aaron Karr is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Aaron Karr offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karr's office at (256) 383-4473 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Aaron Karr?
Please contact Dr. Karr's office at (256) 383-4473 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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