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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Karam, Neurologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Chafic Karam, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Karam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karam’s office at (503) 494-7772.
Is Dr. Karam board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Chafic Karam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Karam speak?
Dr. Karam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Karam typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Karam 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. Karam. 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:
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Multiple Nerve Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
- CIDP
- Chronic Inflammatory Polyneuritis
- Demyelinating Neuropathy
- Widespread Nerve Damage
- Generalized Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
- G6181: Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis
- G6289: Other specified polyneuropathies
Also known as:
- Myasthenia Gravis (Stable)
- Myasthenia Gravis
- MG without Flare-up
- Controlled Myasthenia Gravis
- Chronic MG
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7000: Myasthenia gravis without (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Idiopathic Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
- Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome
- Autonomic Nervous System Disorder
- Arrhythmia
- Unknown cause nerve damage
- Peripheral dysautonomia
- Autonomic neuropathy
- POTS
- Orthostatic intolerance
- Postural tachycardia syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9009: Other idiopathic peripheral autonomic neuropathy
- G90A: Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome [POTS]
Also known as:
- Orthostatic Hypotension
- Autonomic Nervous System Disorder
- Orthostatic hypotension
- Postural Hypotension
- Dizziness on Standing
- Drop in Blood Pressure When Standing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I951: Orthostatic hypotension
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Karam typically perform?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Karam performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Karam. 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:
- Deep Muscle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Muscle Tissue Sample
- Skeletal Muscle Biopsy
- Diagnostic Muscle Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 20205: Biopsy, muscle; deep
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy (Punch)
- Additional Skin Biopsy (Punch)
- Skin Biopsy
- Punch Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Dermal Punch Biopsy
- Multiple Punch Biopsies
- Second Skin Biopsy
- Additional Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion
- 11105: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); each separate/additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Karam accept my insurance?
Dr. Karam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 494-7772 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karam accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Karam in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Karam's office located?
Dr. Chafic Karam's Primary Practice
3400 Civic Center Blvd
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(503) 494-7772
What is Dr. Karam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326200163.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karam
What is Dr. Chafic Karam's specialty?
Dr. Karam is a Neurologist near Philadelphia, PA.
What does a Neurologist do?
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Is this Dr. Chafic Karam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karam is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Samaritan Albany General Hospital, Beebe Healthcare, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Penn Medicine Pennsylvania Hospital 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
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Is Chafic Karam accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Chafic Karam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chafic Karam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karam's office at (503) 494-7772 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chafic Karam?
Please contact Dr. Karam's office at (503) 494-7772 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Chafic Karam have?
Dr. Chafic Karam is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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