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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kem, Family Medicine Specialist in Elk Grove, CA?
Dr. Karuna Kem, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Elk Grove, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kem is fluent in English and Central Khmer, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kem’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kem’s office at (209) 723-3704.
Is Dr. Kem board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Karuna Kem, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kem speak?
Dr. Kem and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Central Khmer
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kem typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kem 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. Kem. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary and Genital Symptoms
- Urine and Urination
- Genitourinary signs
- Urogenital symptoms
- Reproductive and urinary issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R399: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the genitourinary system
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kem typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Karuna Kem may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Kem's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kem accept my insurance?
Dr. Kem accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (209) 723-3704 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kem accept in Elk Grove, CA?
Dr. Kem in Elk Grove, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kem's office located?
What is Dr. Kem's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760699557.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kem?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kem
What is Dr. Karuna Kem's specialty?
Dr. Kem is a Family Medicine Specialist near Elk Grove, CA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Karuna Kem affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kem is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South Sacramento Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Manteca Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Oakland 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a 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 Karuna Kem accepting new patients in Elk Grove, CA?
Yes, Dr. Karuna Kem is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karuna Kem offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kem's office at (209) 723-3704 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karuna Kem?
Please contact Dr. Kem's office at (209) 723-3704 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Karuna Kem have?
Dr. Karuna Kem is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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