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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Karo, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Tyler, TX?
Dr. Ammar Karo, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Tyler, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Karo is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karo’s office at (800) 749-6488.
What languages does Dr. Karo speak?
Dr. Karo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Karo typically treat?
As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Karo 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. Karo. 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:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Sigmoid Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous sigmoid colon growth
- Sigmoid colon adenoma
- Sigmoid colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
- D125: Benign neoplasm of sigmoid colon
Also known as:
- Atypical Cells on Pap Test (ASC-US)
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- ASC-US Pap smear
- Uncertain abnormal cervical cells
- Mildly abnormal Pap test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R87610: Atypical squamous cells of undetermined significance on cytologic smear of cervix (ASC-US)
Also known as:
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- HPV and Pap Test Results
- Pap Test
- HPV Test
- Cervical Smear
- Early Cervical Cancer Detection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Low-Grade Abnormal Cells on Pap Test (LGSIL)
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- Cervix Disorder
- Abnormal Pap Smear
- LGSIL Pap Test
- Mild Cervical Dysplasia
- Low-Grade Squamous Intraepithelial Lesion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R87612: Low grade squamous intraepithelial lesion on cytologic smear of cervix (LGSIL)
What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Karo typically perform?
As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ammar Karo may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Karo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Karo accept my insurance?
Dr. Karo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 749-6488 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karo accept in Tyler, TX?
Dr. Karo in Tyler, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Trustmark Mutual Holding Company
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Where is Dr. Karo's office located?
What is Dr. Karo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346743119.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karo
What is Dr. Ammar Karo's specialty?
Dr. Karo is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Tyler, TX.
What does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist do?
A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases.
Is this Dr. Ammar Karo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karo is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano, Texas Health Frisco, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen 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 Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ammar Karo accepting new patients in Tyler, TX?
Yes, Dr. Ammar Karo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ammar Karo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karo's office at (800) 749-6488 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ammar Karo?
Please contact Dr. Karo's office at (800) 749-6488 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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