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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zemel, Pediatrician in Norwell, MA?
Dr. Karen Zemel, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Norwell, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Zemel graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, Pediatrics. Dr. Zemel is fluent in English, Italian, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zemel’s office.
Where did Dr. Zemel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, Pediatrics | Hasbro Chldns Hospital Ri Hospital | Brown University/Rhode Island Hospital-Lifespan Program
Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma | Tufts University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Zemel board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Karen Zemel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Zemel speak?
Dr. Zemel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Zemel typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Zemel 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. Zemel. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
- Contaminant Exposure Screening
- Lipid Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Blood Disorder Check
- Immune System Check-up
- Hematologic Screening
- Toxic Exposure Screening
- Environmental Toxin Check
- Pollutant Exposure Test
- Cholesterol Screening
- Fat Metabolism Disorder Screening
- Lipid Panel Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
- Z1388: Encounter for screening for disorder due to exposure to contaminants
- Z13220: Encounter for screening for lipoid disorders
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Zemel typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Karen Zemel may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Zemel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Zemel accept my insurance?
Dr. Zemel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zemel accept in Norwell, MA?
Dr. Zemel in Norwell, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Mass General Brigham
Point32Health
The Health Plan of West Virginia
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Zemel's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Zemel affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Zemel has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Boston Medical Center,Boston, MA
Ranked in 3 Specialties

Ranked in 8 Procedures

Boston Medical Center,Boston, MA
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 8 Procedures
Boston Childrens Hospital,Boston, MA
Boston Childrens Hospital,Boston, MA
What is Dr. Zemel's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zemel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275524225.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zemel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zemel
What is Dr. Karen Zemel's specialty?
Dr. Zemel is a Pediatrician near Norwell, MA.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is Dr. Karen Zemel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zemel is affiliated with Boston Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Karen Zemel accepting new patients in Norwell, MA?
Yes, Dr. Karen Zemel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Zemel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zemel's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Karen Zemel?
Please contact Dr. Zemel's office to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Zemel's office located?
Dr. Zemel's offices are located in Norwell, MA and Kingston, MA.
Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Zemel have?
Dr. Karen Zemel is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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