Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Artress, Family Medicine Specialist in Kennesaw, GA?
Dr. Karen Artress, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Kennesaw, GA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Artress completed her residency at Hinsdale Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Artress is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Artress’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Artress’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Artress?
Dr. Karen Artress, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Family Medicine Specialist 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. Artress empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Kennesaw, GA community, Dr. Artress is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Artress go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hinsdale Hosp, Family Medicine
Is Dr. Artress board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Karen Artress, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Artress speak?
Dr. Artress and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Artress typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Artress 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. Artress. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Unspecified Abnormal Finding in Organs or Tissues
- General abnormal tissue test
- Unspecified organ abnormality
- Abnormal body system finding
ICD-10 Codes:
- R899: Unspecified abnormal finding in specimens from other organs, systems and tissues
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Artress typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Karen Artress may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Artress' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Artress accept my insurance?
Dr. Artress 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. Artress accept in Kennesaw, GA?
Dr. Artress in Kennesaw, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
AFLAC
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Artress' office located?
What is Dr. Artress's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Artress's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477525731.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Artress?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Artress
What is Dr. Karen Artress's specialty?
Dr. Artress is a Family Medicine Specialist near Kennesaw, GA.
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. Karen Artress affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Artress is affiliated with Wellstar Cobb Medical Center 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 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 Karen Artress accepting new patients in Kennesaw, GA?
Yes, Dr. Karen Artress is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Artress offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Artress's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Artress?
Please contact Dr. Artress's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Artress have?
Dr. Karen Artress is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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