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Dr. Karen Ray, MD

Pt Charlotte, FL

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Ray, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist in Pt Charlotte, FL?

    Dr. Karen Ray, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pt Charlotte, FL with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Ray completed her residency at Methodist Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Ray is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ray’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ray’s office at (941) 548-2300.

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

    • Residency: Methodist Hosp, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: Tx A & M Univ Coll Of Med- College Station Tx | Texas A&M University / Main Campus

    Is Dr. Ray board certified in Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Ray, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ray speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Ray treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ray 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. Ray. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Cerebral Atherosclerosis
    • Brain Disease
    • Hardening of Brain Arteries
    • Brain Artery Plaque
    • Cerebral Artery Disease
    • Brain Blood Vessel Hardening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis

    Also known as:

    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease
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    • Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Pulmonary cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Protein-Calorie Malnutrition
    • Malnutrition
    • Protein-energy malnutrition
    • General malnutrition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E46: Unspecified protein-calorie malnutrition

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
    • Parkinson's Disease
    • Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
    • PD
    • Shaking Palsy
    • Paralysis Agitans

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
    • G20: Parkinson's disease

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pancreatic Cancer
    • Pancreas Cancer
    • Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
    • Pancreatic Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Effects of Ischemic Stroke
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke complications
    • Stroke after-effects
    • Residual problems from brain infarction
    • Ischemic stroke sequelae

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6930: Unspecified sequelae of cerebral infarction

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Brain Blood Vessel Disease
    • Brain Disease
    • Cerebrovascular Disorder
    • Brain Circulation Problem
    • Brain Vascular Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Cancer
    • Urinary Bladder Cancer
    • Bladder Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Esophageal Cancer
    • Esophagus Cancer
    • Esophageal Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C159: Malignant neoplasm of esophagus, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Ray perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Karen Ray may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ray's office.

    Does Dr. Ray accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ray accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (941) 548-2300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ray accept in Pt Charlotte, FL?

    Dr. Ray in Pt Charlotte, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • State of Florida

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ray's office located?

    Dr. Karen Ray's Primary Practice

    12034 N Access Rd

    Pt Charlotte, FL 33981

    (941) 548-2300

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    Dr. Karen Ray's Practice 2

    5955 Rand Blvd

    Sarasota, FL 34238

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

    Dr. Ray's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710984281.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ray?

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

    What is Dr. Karen Ray's specialty?

    Dr. Ray is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist near Pt Charlotte, FL. A family medicine physician with specialized knowledge and skills is responsible to prevent and alleviate the suffering of patients suffering from life-limiting illnesses. They collaborate with interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance quality of life. They also address physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families throughout the disease journey, the dying process, and beyond. This expert is proficient in assessing patients with advanced illnesses, alleviating distressing symptoms, coordinating patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems such as hospice, managing patients who are nearing the end of life, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Ray to book an appointment today.

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

    No, Ray is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Hca Florida Englewood Hospital, Hca Florida Fawcett Hospital, Sarasota Memorial Hospital - Venice Campus, Sarasota Memorial Hospital - Sarasota Campus, Shorepoint Health Port Charlotte, Moffitt Cancer Center Magnolia Campus. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Karen Ray accepting new patients in Pt Charlotte, FL?

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

    Does Dr. Karen Ray offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ray's office at (941) 548-2300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karen Ray?

    Please contact Dr. Ray's office at (941) 548-2300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Ray have?

    Dr. Karen Ray is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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