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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Karim, Anesthesiologist in Redwood City, CA?
Dr. Adnan Karim, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Redwood City, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Karim is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karim’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karim’s office at (650) 723-4000.
What languages does Dr. Karim speak?
Dr. Karim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Karim typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Karim 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. Karim. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Hernia
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hernia of the Diaphragm
ICD-10 Codes:
- K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Blocked Bile Duct
- Bile Duct Disease
- Biliary Obstruction
- Bile Duct Blockage
- Obstructed Bile Duct
ICD-10 Codes:
- K831: Obstruction of bile duct
Also known as:
- Blocked Esophagus
- Esophagus Disorder
- Esophageal Obstruction
- Food Pipe Blockage
- Swallowing Difficulty
ICD-10 Codes:
- K222: Esophageal obstruction
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Karim typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Karim 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. Karim. 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:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Karim accept my insurance?
Dr. Karim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karim accept in Redwood City, CA?
Dr. Karim in Redwood City, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AllCare Health
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
State of California
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Karim's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Karim affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Karim has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital,Stanford, CA
Ranked in 6 Procedures

Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital,Stanford, CA
Ranked in 6 Procedures
Stanford Health Care - Valleycare,Pleasanton, CA
Ranked in 2 Procedures

Stanford Health Care - Valleycare,Pleasanton, CA
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus,Oakland, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties

Ranked in 4 Procedures

Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus,Oakland, CA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Stanford Health Care Emeryville 5800,Emeryville, CA
Stanford Health Care Emeryville 5800,Emeryville, CA
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus,Berkeley, CA
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Alta Bates Campus,Berkeley, CA
What is Dr. Karim's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457746885.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karim?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karim
What is Dr. Adnan Karim's specialty?
Dr. Karim is an Anesthesiologist near Redwood City, CA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is Dr. Adnan Karim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karim is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus 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 Dr. Adnan Karim accepting new patients in Redwood City, CA?
Yes, Dr. Adnan Karim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Adnan Karim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karim's office at (650) 723-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Adnan Karim?
Please contact Dr. Karim's office at (650) 723-4000 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Karim's office located?
Dr. Karim's offices are located in Redwood City, CA, Stanford, CA, and Emeryville, CA.
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