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Dr. Karen Hester, MD

Pediatrician

Blytheville, AR

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hester, Pediatrician in Blytheville, AR?

    Dr. Karen Hester, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Blytheville, AR. She has been practicing for over 34 years. Dr. Hester graduated from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Hosp Of Ar, Pediatrics. Dr. Hester is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hester’s office at (870) 762-5360.

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

    • Residency: Univ Hosp Of Ar, Pediatrics | University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Program

    • Medical School: University of Ar Coll of Med, Little Rock Ar | University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Hester speak?

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

    • English
    • Hindi

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Hester 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. Hester. 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:

    • Viral Infection Exposure
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Disease Contact
    • Suspected Viral Infection
    • Exposure to Viruses

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Unspecified Preventive Health Measures
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter
    • General Prophylactic Care
    • Unspecified Disease Prevention
    • Health Protection Visit

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization
    • Z299: Encounter for prophylactic measures, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

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

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Hester 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. Hester. 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:

    • Circumcision with Local Anesthesia
    • Newborn Circumcision
    • Infant Circumcision
    • Foreskin Removal (Clamp Method)

    CPT Codes:

    • 54150: Circumcision, using clamp or other device with regional dorsal penile or ring block

    Also known as:

    • Tonsil and Adenoid Removal (Children)
    • Pediatric Tonsillectomy
    • Adenoidectomy for Kids
    • T&A Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 42820: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; younger than age 12

    Also known as:

    • Ear Tube Insertion (General Anesthesia)
    • Anesthesia
    • Tympanostomy with Tubes
    • Myringotomy with Tube Placement
    • Ventilating Tube Insertion (Ear)

    CPT Codes:

    • 69436: Tympanostomy (requiring insertion of ventilating tube), general anesthesia

    Does Dr. Hester accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hester accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (870) 762-5360 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hester accept in Blytheville, AR?

    Dr. Hester in Blytheville, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield

    • CareSource

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • State of Arkansas

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hester's office located?

    Dr. Karen Hester's Primary Practice

    1521 N 10th St Ste C

    Blytheville, AR 72315

    (870) 762-5360

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

    Dr. Hester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043289879.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hester?

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

    What is Dr. Karen Hester's specialty?

    Dr. Hester is a Pediatrician near Blytheville, AR.

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

    Yes, Dr. Hester is affiliated with Great River Medical Center, St. Bernards Medical Center 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Karen Hester accepting new patients in Blytheville, AR?

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

    Does Dr. Karen Hester offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hester's office at (870) 762-5360 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Hester's office at (870) 762-5360 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hester's office located?

    Dr. Hester's office is located in Blytheville, AR.