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Dr. Karen Ray, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist

Pt Charlotte, FL

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    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. 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 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 as a 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 a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ray typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ray typically perform?

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

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

    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

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Medicare

    • State of Florida

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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 hospitals are Dr. Ray affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Ray has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Sarasota Memorial Hospital - Venice Campus,North Venice, FL
    Hca Florida Fawcett Hospital,Port Charlotte, FL
    Shorepoint Health Port Charlotte,Port Charlotte, FL
    Hca Florida Englewood Hospital,Englewood, FL

    What is Dr. Ray's NPI number?A 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.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

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

    Yes, Dr. Ray is affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital, Hca Florida Blake 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 a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family 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 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 Dr. Karen Ray?

    Please contact Dr. Ray's office at (941) 548-2300 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ray's office located?

    Dr. Ray's offices are located in Pt Charlotte, FL and Sarasota, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Ray have?

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