Summary

Karen Hentschel-Franks works in San Antonio, TX and specializes in Sleep Medicine and Internist/pediatrician.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Med
  • 2 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Provided follow-up after the visit

Office Location

University Hospital

4502 Medical DrSan Antonio, TX 78229

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3.7 
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34 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English
San Antonio , TXHouston , TXSan Antonio , TXSan Antonio , TX
Med School: Universidad de Monterrey Med School: Florida State University College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Karen A. Hentschel-Franks

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 6 Degrees Transplant Network "
  • Aetna Better Health Childrens Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Perinate Newborn"
  • Aetna Better Health Childrens Health Insurance Program (CHIP)" "
  • Aetna Better Health Medicaid STAR
  • Aetna Health Bexar County-ACO Plan (Baptist & HealthTexas) (Please Call)
  • Aetna Health Commercial - Choice POS II
  • Aetna Health Commercial - Elect Choice EPO
  • Aetna Health Commercial - Exchange (Silver/Gold HMO)
  • Aetna Health Commercial - HMO
  • Aetna Health Commercial - Managed Choice POS
  • Aetna Health Commercial - Open Choice PPO (Non-Methodist/HCA)
  • Aetna Health Commercial - QPOS
  • Aetna Health Commercial - Select
  • Aetna Health Commercial - Whole Health EPO (Please Call)
  • Aetna Health Medicare Advantage - Eagle PPO
  • Aetna Health Medicare Advantage - Freedom PPO
  • Aetna Health Medicare Advantage - Premier HMO
  • Aetna Health Medicare Advantage - Prime HMO
  • Aetna Health Medicare Advantage - Value Plus PPO
  • Aetna Health Medicare-Medicaid Dual Preferred (HMO D-SNP)
  • Allwell (Superior HealthPlan) Medicare Advantage - All Products
  • BlueCross BlueShield - Federal Programs Commercial - Federal - All Products
  • BlueCross BlueShield - Out-of-State Commercial - Out-of-State - Blue Card Program Only "
  • BlueCross BlueShield of Texas (BCBSTX) Childrens Health Insurance Plan (CHIP)"
  • BlueCross BlueShield of Texas (BCBSTX) Commercial - HMO - Blue Advantage
  • BlueCross BlueShield of Texas (BCBSTX) Commercial - HMO - Blue Essentials
  • BlueCross BlueShield of Texas (BCBSTX) Commercial - HMO - Blue Premier
  • BlueCross BlueShield of Texas (BCBSTX) Commercial - PPO - Blue Choice
  • BlueCross BlueShield of Texas (BCBSTX) Commercial - PPO (CHRISTUS Health)
  • BlueCross BlueShield of Texas (BCBSTX) HPN/EPO (Narrow Network)

Medical Specialties

Karen A. Hentschel-Franks has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Karen A. Hentschel-Franks has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Internist/pediatrician
  • Pediatric Pulmonology
  • Pediatrics

Certifications, License, & Education

Karen A. Hentschel-Franks holds an expired medical license in the state of Texas.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an expired medical license in the state of Texas that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Med in 2002.

Residency

Completed their residency at Pediatrics University of Texas Health Science Center in 1998.

NPI Number

Karen A. Hentschel-Franks' NPI number is 1306953468.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Karen A. Hentschel-Franks?
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Where is Karen A. Hentschel-Franks's office located?
Karen A. Hentschel-Franks's office is located at 4502 Medical Dr, San Antonio, TX, 78229.
What languages does Karen A. Hentschel-Franks speak?
Karen A. Hentschel-Franks speaks English.
Does Karen A. Hentschel-Franks accept my insurance?
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