Summary

Karen Thrift specializes in endocrinology with a focus on diabetes and metabolism. She provides comprehensive care for patients dealing with complex hormonal and metabolic conditions that affect daily life and long-term health.

Karen Thrift practices at Mercy Clinic Endocrinology in Fort Smith, Arkansas. She treats patients with type 2 diabetes and helps manage high blood sugar levels in children. Her expertise includes helping patients navigate hyperglycemic emergencies when blood sugar levels become dangerously elevated.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • 2 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Mercy Clinic Endocrinology - Fort Smith

2713 S 74th St Ste 204Fort Smith, AR 72903
Mon7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
24 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish
Fort Smith , ARFort Smith , ARFort Smith , ARFort Smith , AR
Med School: University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine Med School: Universidad Icesi Facultad De Ciencias De La Salud
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Karen Elaine Thrift

  • Aetna
  • Anthem BlueCross BlueShield
  • Arkansas Health & Wellness (formerly NovaSys Health)
  • CareWorks Managed Care Services (formerly Rockport Workers Comp)
  • Cherokee Nation Tribal Authority: South Central
  • Choctaw National Tribe Authority: South Central
  • Cigna
  • Each Care Network "
  • Employers Health Choice PPO (HealthSCOPE)"
  • Empower Health Care Solutions (PASSE)
  • HealthChoice
  • Humana
  • MultiPlan/PHCS
  • Municipal Health Benefit Fund
  • National Comp Care
  • PPO Plus (formerly AMCO)
  • QualChoice
  • Summit Community Care (PASSE)
  • TRICARE (Humana Military)
  • TriWest (VA)
  • United Healthcare

Medical Specialties

Karen Elaine Thrift has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Karen Elaine Thrift has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Endocrinology & Metabolism
  • Endocrinology Diabetes & Metabolism
  • Nurse Practitioner
  • Registered Nurse

Certifications, License, & Education

Karen Elaine Thrift holds an active medical license in the state of Arkansas.

Medical License

Nurse Practitioner with an active medical license in the state of Arkansas that expires in 2027.

NPI Number

Karen Elaine Thrift's NPI number is 1093031619.

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Karen Thrift's office is located at 2713 S 74th St Ste 204, Fort Smith, AR, 72903.
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