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Dr. Karen Playforth, MD
Lexington, KY
20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Playforth, Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Karen Playforth, MD is a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Playforth graduated from University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program A and completed her residency at St Luke'sroosevelt Hospital Center. Dr. Playforth is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Playforth’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Playforth’s office at (859) 269-6970.
Where did Dr. Playforth go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Luke'sroosevelt Hospital Center
Medical School: University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program A
Is Dr. Playforth board certified as a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Karen Playforth, MD is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
What languages does Dr. Playforth speak?
Dr. Playforth and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Playforth typically treat?
As a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Playforth 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. Playforth. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Pregnancy Care for Past Obstetric Problems
- Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Births
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Monitoring Pregnancy After Reproductive Issues
- Specialized Pregnancy Care for Previous Complications
- High-Risk Obstetric History Management
- Advanced Maternal Age Multiple Pregnancies
- Elderly Multigravida Care
- Older Mother with Prior Births Pregnancy Monitoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09292: Supervision of pregnancy with other poor reproductive or obstetric history, second trimester
- O09523: Supervision of elderly multigravida, third trimester
Also known as:
- Poor Fetal Growth
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Fetal Growth Restriction
- Small for Gestational Age
- Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR)
ICD-10 Codes:
- O365930: Maternal care for other known or suspected poor fetal growth, third trimester, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Pregnancies
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Pregnancy monitoring for older mothers
- Managing pregnancy for advanced maternal age (multiple births)
- Geriatric multigravida care
- Older mom with previous pregnancies
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09522: Supervision of elderly multigravida, second trimester
What procedures does a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Playforth typically perform?
As a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Playforth 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. Playforth. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Fetal Non-Stress Test
- Nonstress Test
- Nonstress Test (NST)
- Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
- NST for Pregnancy
- Baby Heartbeat Test
CPT Codes:
- 59025: Fetal non-stress test
Also known as:
- Vaginal Cervical Cerclage
- Cervical Stitch (Vaginal)
- Vaginal Cerclage during Pregnancy
- Cervix Strengthening Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 59320: Cerclage of cervix, during pregnancy; vaginal
Does Dr. Playforth accept my insurance?
Dr. Playforth accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 269-6970 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Playforth accept in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Playforth in Lexington, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Playforth's office located?
Dr. Karen Playforth's Primary Practice
1700 Nicholasville Rd Ste 703
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 269-6970
What is Dr. Playforth's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Playforth's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285619510.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Playforth?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Playforth
What is Dr. Karen Playforth's specialty?
Dr. Playforth is a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist near Lexington, KY.
What does a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist do?
An obstetrician/gynecologist who specializes in the care of patients with pregnancy complications provides consultation and management for those experiencing obstetrical, medical, and surgical issues related to pregnancy. This specialist has advanced knowledge of the effects of these complications on both the mother and the fetus, as well as expertise in the latest diagnostic and treatment modalities for managing complicated pregnancies.
Is this Dr. Karen Playforth affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Playforth is affiliated with Baptist Health Lexington, Baptist Health Louisville, Baptist Health Richmond, Baptist Health Corbin 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 Karen Playforth accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?
Yes, Dr. Karen Playforth is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Playforth offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Playforth's office at (859) 269-6970 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Playforth?
Please contact Dr. Playforth's office at (859) 269-6970 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Playforth have?
Dr. Karen Playforth is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
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