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Dr. Karen Coward, MD

Dr. Karen Coward, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Tarboro, NC

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Coward, Family Medicine Specialist in Tarboro, NC?

    Dr. Karen Coward, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tarboro, NC with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. She is a member of the North Carolina Medical Society. Dr. Coward is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Coward’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Coward’s office at (252) 823-2105.

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

    • Medical School: Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University

    Is Dr. Coward board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Coward, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine , American Board of Family Medicine since 2004

    What languages does Dr. Coward speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Coward typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Coward 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. Coward. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Other High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Other hyperlipidemia
    • Other high lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7849: Other hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Coward typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Karen Coward may include:

    Please contact Dr. Coward's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Coward accept my insurance?

    Dr. Coward accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (252) 823-2105 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Coward accept in Tarboro, NC?

    Dr. Coward in Tarboro, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Carepoint Health

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Coward's office located?

    Dr. Karen Coward's Primary Practice

    101 Clinic Dr

    Tarboro, NC 27886

    (252) 823-2105

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    Dr. Karen Coward's Practice 2

    2100 Stantonsburg Rd

    Greenville, NC 27834

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    Dr. Karen Coward's Practice 3

    401 N Main St

    Kenansville, NC 28349

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    North Carolina Medical Society

    Member

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

    Dr. Coward's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396715496.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Coward?

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

    What is Dr. Karen Coward's specialty?

    Dr. Coward is a Family Medicine Specialist near Tarboro, NC.

    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 Dr. Karen Coward affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Coward is affiliated with Ecu Health Edgecombe Hospital, Ecu Health North 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 Dr. Karen Coward accepting new patients in Tarboro, NC?

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

    Does Dr. Karen Coward offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Coward's office at (252) 823-2105 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Karen Coward?

    Please contact Dr. Coward's office at (252) 823-2105 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Coward's office located?

    Dr. Coward's offices are located in Tarboro, NC, Greenville, NC, and Kenansville, NC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Coward have?

    Dr. Karen Coward is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.