Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Karkut, Cardiologist in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Christopher Karkut, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Karkut completed his residency at ECU Health Medical Center / Brody School of Medicine. Dr. Karkut is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karkut’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karkut’s office.
Where did Dr. Karkut go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, State University of New York at Buffalo
Residency: ECU Health Medical Center / Brody School of Medicine
Medical School: Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University
Is Dr. Karkut board certified in Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Karkut, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Karkut speak?
Dr. Karkut and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Karkut treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Karkut 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. Karkut. 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.
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Leaky tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid regurgitation
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Which procedures does Dr. Karkut perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Karkut may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Karkut's office.
Does Dr. Karkut accept my insurance?
Dr. Karkut accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karkut accept in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Karkut in Buffalo, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Karkut's office located?
What is Dr. Karkut's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karkut's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922208453.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karkut?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karkut
What is Dr. Christopher Karkut's specialty?
Dr. Karkut is a Cardiologist near Buffalo, NY. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Karkut to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Karkut affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karkut is affiliated with Ecu Health Chowan Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?
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Is Christopher Karkut accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Karkut is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Karkut offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karkut's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Karkut?
Please contact Dr. Karkut's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Karkut have?
Dr. Christopher Karkut is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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