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Who is Dr. Karatas, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in Neptune, NJ?
Dr. Meltem Karatas, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Neptune, NJ with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Karatas graduated from Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Karatas is fluent in English and Turkish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karatas’s office at (732) 776-3797.
Where did Dr. Karatas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Karatas board certified as a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Meltem Karatas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Karatas speak?
Dr. Karatas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Turkish
What conditions does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Karatas typically treat?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Karatas 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. Karatas. 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:
- Other Lung Disease
- Lung Disease
- Various lung conditions
- Unspecified lung disorder
- Miscellaneous lung problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J984: Other disorders of lung
Also known as:
- Extremely Premature Baby
- Premature Baby
- Premature Babies
- Very preterm infant
- Extremely preterm newborn
- Micro-preemie
- Preterm infant
- Early baby
- Preemie
ICD-10 Codes:
- P0725: Extreme immaturity of newborn, gestational age 26 completed weeks
- P0732: Preterm newborn, gestational age 29 completed weeks
What procedures does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Karatas typically perform?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Meltem Karatas may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Karatas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Karatas accept my insurance?
Dr. Karatas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 776-3797 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karatas accept in Neptune, NJ?
Dr. Karatas in Neptune, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
National Benefit Fund
Oscar Health
State of New Jersey
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Karatas' office located?
What is Dr. Karatas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karatas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467427963.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karatas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karatas
What is Dr. Meltem Karatas's specialty?
Dr. Karatas is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near Neptune, NJ.
What does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies.
Is this Dr. Meltem Karatas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karatas is affiliated with Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University Medical Center 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
When to see a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Meltem Karatas accepting new patients in Neptune, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Meltem Karatas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Meltem Karatas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karatas's office at (732) 776-3797 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Meltem Karatas?
Please contact Dr. Karatas's office at (732) 776-3797 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Meltem Karatas have?
Dr. Meltem Karatas is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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