Summary

Dr. Karen Schowalter is a family medicine physician who earned her Doctor of Osteopathy degree from Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences in Yakima, Washington. She completed her family medicine residency at East Pierce Family Medicine in Puyallup, Washington, which provided her with comprehensive training in caring for patients of all ages. Dr. Schowalter speaks English and brings her osteopathic training to her practice, emphasizing whole-person care and the body's natural ability to heal.

Dr. Schowalter practices at Franciscan Medical Clinic on Pearl in Tacoma, Washington, where she focuses on treating complex conditions including heart failure, high blood pressure, and chronic kidney disease. She incorporates rehabilitation services into patient care, offering physical therapy and strength training programs. Her approach also includes occupational therapy to help patients maintain their independence and quality of life. Patients consistently rate her care highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 52 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Family Medicine Residency, East Pierce Family Medicine, Puyallup, WA
  • 17 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Franciscan Medical Clinic on Pearl

5741 N 26th St Unit 115Tacoma, WA 98407
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Karen V Schowalter

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Plan of Washington
  • Corvel - Workers’ Compensation
  • Devoted Health
  • Devoted Health - Medicare
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • First Choice Health
  • GEHA
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Magellan Health
  • Medica
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Optum Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • Premera Blue Cross
  • Regence Blue Shield of Washington
  • Regence Blue Shield of Washington - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Regence BlueShield
  • State Farm
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare
  • Zenith

Medical Specialties

Karen V Schowalter has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

Karen V Schowalter holds an expired medical license in the state of Washington.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an expired medical license in the state of Washington that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Family Medicine Residency, East Pierce Family Medicine, Puyallup, WA.

Medical School

Graduated from DO, Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences, Yakima, WA.

NPI Number

Karen V Schowalter's NPI number is 1770945065.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Karen Schowalter's office located?
Karen Schowalter's office is located at 5741 N 26th St Unit 115, Tacoma, WA, 98407.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Schowalter?
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Is Karen Schowalter accepting new patients?
Karen Schowalter has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Karen Schowalter accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Karen Schowalter accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Karen Schowalter speak?
Karen Schowalter speaks English.

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