Summary

Dr. Karla Puente-Shultz is an internal medicine physician with specialized training in hospital medicine and hospice & palliative medicine. She earned her medical degree from Universidad Autonoma De Baja California Facultad De Medicina Mexicali and completed her residency at Scranton Temple Mercy Hospital. With three decades of medical practice, Dr. Puente-Shultz brings extensive experience to patient care. She is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Puente-Shultz is affiliated with HonorHealth John C Lincoln Medical Center and practices at multiple HonorHealth locations throughout Phoenix and Scottsdale, Arizona. Her expertise includes managing high blood pressure and treating hypertensive emergencies. She also provides compassionate hospice care and palliative care services to help patients and families navigate serious illnesses with comfort and dignity.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 30 years of experience
  • 41 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Scranton Temple Mercy Hospital
  • 3 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Karla A Puente-Shultz has 4 locations

Affiliated Hospitalists

9225 N 3rd St Ste 300Phoenix, AZ 85020
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 3:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Chinese, French, German, Vietnamese, Italian, Arabic, Portuguese, English Speaks English, Spanish
Phoenix , AZLyons , COPhoenix , AZScottsdale , AZ
Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Baja California Facultad De Medicina Mexicali Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: University of Arizona Med School: Univ Iberoamericana Unibe Santo Domingo
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karla A Puente-Shultz

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • Banner Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Golden Rule
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan - Medicare
  • Health Choice Arizona
  • Health Choice Arizona - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Mercy Care - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • University of Arizona Health Plans

Medical Specialties

Dr. Karla A Puente-Shultz has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Karla A Puente-Shultz has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Hospice & Palliative Medicine
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

Dr. Karla A Puente-Shultz holds an active medical license in the state of Arizona.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Arizona that expires in 2028.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Scranton Temple Mercy Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad Autonoma De Baja California Facultad De Medicina Mexicali in 1996.

NPI Number

Dr. Puente-Shultz's NPI number is 1922094309.

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Dr. Karla A Puente-Shultz has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Karla A Puente-Shultz speak?
Dr. Karla A Puente-Shultz speaks English and Spanish.
Where is Dr. Karla A Puente-Shultz's office located?
Dr. Karla A Puente-Shultz's office is located at 9225 N 3rd St Ste 300, Phoenix, AZ, 85020.
Which hospitals is Dr. Karla A Puente-Shultz affiliated with?
Dr. Karla A Puente-Shultz is affiliated with Honorhealth John C Lincoln Medical Center.

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