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Dr. Tarek Karam, MD

Nephrologist

Sylmar, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Karam, Nephrologist in Sylmar, CA?

    Dr. Tarek Karam, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Sylmar, CA with 2 additional practice locations. 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 (747) 210-3205.

    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 Nephrologist like Dr. Karam typically treat?

    As a Nephrologist, 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:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Having a Kidney Transplant
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Kidney Transplant
    • Renal transplant
    • Kidney replacement surgery
    • Post-kidney transplant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z940: Kidney transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Not Following Medicine Plan for Other Reasons
    • Medication non-adherence
    • Difficulty taking medicine
    • Problems with medication regimen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z91148: Patient's other noncompliance with medication regimen for other reason

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Karam typically perform?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Tarek Karam may include:

    Please contact Dr. Karam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Karam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Karam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (747) 210-3205 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Karam accept in Sylmar, CA?

    Dr. Karam in Sylmar, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • City of Los Angeles

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Karam's office located?

    Dr. Tarek Karam's Primary Practice

    14445 Olive View Dr # 2B-182

    Sylmar, CA 91342

    (747) 210-3205

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    Dr. Tarek Karam's Practice 2

    13652 Cantara St

    Panorama City, CA 91402

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    Dr. Tarek Karam's Practice 3

    615 W Avenue L

    Lancaster, CA 93534

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    What is Dr. Karam's NPI number?A 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 1467081190.

    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. Tarek Karam's specialty?

    Dr. Karam is a Nephrologist near Sylmar, CA.

    What does a Nephrologist do?

    An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.

    Is Dr. Tarek Karam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Karam is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center 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. Tarek Karam accepting new patients in Sylmar, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Tarek Karam is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tarek Karam offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Karam's office at (747) 210-3205 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Tarek Karam?

    Please contact Dr. Karam's office at (747) 210-3205 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Karam's office located?

    Dr. Karam's offices are located in Sylmar, CA, Panorama City, CA, and Lancaster, CA.