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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Appel, Internist in Shirley, NY?
Dr. Karina Appel, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Shirley, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Appel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Appel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Appel’s office at (631) 815-1958.
What languages does Dr. Appel speak?
Dr. Appel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Appel typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Appel 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. Appel. 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 Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Appel typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Karina Appel may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Appel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Appel accept my insurance?
Dr. Appel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 815-1958 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Appel accept in Shirley, NY?
Dr. Appel in Shirley, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Appel's office located?
What is Dr. Appel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Appel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184250151.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Appel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Appel
What is Dr. Karina Appel's specialty?
Dr. Appel is a Internist near Shirley, NY.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Karina Appel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Appel is affiliated with Peconic Bay Medical Center, Peconic Bay Medical Center 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Karina Appel accepting new patients in Shirley, NY?
Yes, Dr. Karina Appel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karina Appel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Appel's office at (631) 815-1958 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karina Appel?
Please contact Dr. Appel's office at (631) 815-1958 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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