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Dr. Karen Stephenson, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Berkeley Heights, NJ

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Stephenson, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Berkeley Heights, NJ?

    Dr. Karen Stephenson, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Berkeley Heights, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Stephenson graduated from University of Medicineicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johnson Medicine. Dr. Stephenson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stephenson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stephenson’s office at (212) 434-5300.

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

    • Medical School: University of Medicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Joh | University of Medicineicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johnson Medicine | Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis

    Is Dr. Stephenson board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Stephenson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Stephenson speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Stephenson typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Stephenson 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. Stephenson. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Stephenson typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Karen Stephenson may include:

    Please contact Dr. Stephenson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Stephenson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Stephenson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 434-5300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Stephenson accept in Berkeley Heights, NJ?

    Dr. Stephenson in Berkeley Heights, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Carepoint Health

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Keenan & Associates

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Stephenson's office located?

    Dr. Karen Stephenson's Primary Practice

    1 Diamond Hill Rd

    Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922

    (212) 434-5300

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    Dr. Karen Stephenson's Practice 2

    100 E 77th St

    New York, NY 10075

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    Dr. Karen Stephenson's Practice 3

    350 Boulevard

    Passaic, NJ 07055

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

    Dr. Stephenson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770531873.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stephenson?

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

    What is Dr. Karen Stephenson's specialty?

    Dr. Stephenson is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Berkeley Heights, NJ.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

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

    Yes, Dr. Stephenson is affiliated with St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Hackensack University Medical Center, Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center, Englewood Hospital 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Karen Stephenson accepting new patients in Berkeley Heights, NJ?

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

    Does Dr. Karen Stephenson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Stephenson's office at (212) 434-5300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Stephenson's office at (212) 434-5300 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Stephenson's office located?

    Dr. Stephenson's offices are located in Berkeley Heights, NJ, New York, NY, and Passaic, NJ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Stephenson have?

    Dr. Karen Stephenson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.