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Dr. Sharon Karunakaran
Cincinnati, OH
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Karunakaran, Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist in Cincinnati, OH?
Dr. Sharon Karunakaran is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Cincinnati, OH. Dr. Karunakaran is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karunakaran’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karunakaran’s office at (513) 629-0196.
What languages does Dr. Karunakaran speak?
Dr. Karunakaran and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist like Dr. Karunakaran typically treat?
As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, Dr. Karunakaran 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. Karunakaran. 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:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Latent Tuberculosis
- Tuberculosis
- Inactive TB
- Latent TB Infection
- Hidden TB
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z227: Latent tuberculosis
What procedures does a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist like Dr. Karunakaran typically perform?
As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sharon Karunakaran may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Karunakaran's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Karunakaran accept my insurance?
Dr. Karunakaran accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (513) 629-0196 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karunakaran accept in Cincinnati, OH?
Dr. Karunakaran in Cincinnati, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Molina Healthcare
State of Ohio
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Karunakaran's office located?
Dr. Sharon Karunakaran's Primary Practice
3333 Burnet Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45229
(513) 629-0196
What is Dr. Karunakaran's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karunakaran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124541073.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karunakaran?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karunakaran
What is Dr. Sharon Karunakaran's specialty?
Dr. Karunakaran is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist near Cincinnati, OH.
What does a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist do?
A pediatrician trained in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infectious diseases in children. This specialist utilizes their expertise to improve outcomes for pediatric infections, particularly those with complicated courses, underlying conditions that increase the risk of unusual or severe infections, ambiguous diagnoses, rare diseases, and complex or investigational treatments.
Is this Dr. Sharon Karunakaran affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karunakaran is affiliated with Kettering Health Main Campus 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 Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sharon Karunakaran accepting new patients in Cincinnati, OH?
Yes, Dr. Sharon Karunakaran is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sharon Karunakaran offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karunakaran's office at (513) 629-0196 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sharon Karunakaran?
Please contact Dr. Karunakaran's office at (513) 629-0196 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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