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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Karanikkis, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in Vista, CA?
Dr. Christos Karanikkis, DO is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), who primarily practices in Vista, CA. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Karanikkis is fluent in English and Greek, Modern (1453-), and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karanikkis’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karanikkis’s office at (760) 414-3892.
Where did Dr. Karanikkis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Kansas City University of Medicine | Kansas City University of Medicine & Biosciences - College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Karanikkis speak?
Dr. Karanikkis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Greek, Modern (1453-)
What conditions does Dr. Karanikkis treat?
As a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Karanikkis 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. Karanikkis. 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.
Also known as:
- General Health Screening
- General Disorder Screening
- Blood and Immune System Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Routine Check-up
- Preventive Health Exam
- Wellness Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
- Blood Disorder Check
- Immune System Check-up
- Hematologic Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
- Z130: Encounter for screening for diseases of the blood and blood-forming organs and certain disorders involving the immune mechanism
Also known as:
- General High-Risk Pregnancy Care
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Specialized Obstetric Monitoring
- Maternal-Fetal Medicine Consult
- Pregnancy Management for Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09893: Supervision of other high risk pregnancies, third trimester
Also known as:
- History of Birth Control Use
- Birth Control
- Past Contraception Use
- Previous Birth Control
- Contraceptive History
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z920: Personal history of contraception
Also known as:
- Supervision for Other High-Risk Pregnancies
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Monitoring for various high-risk pregnancies
- Managing other complex pregnancies
- Special care for high-risk pregnancy
- Unspecified high-risk pregnancy management
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09892: Supervision of other high risk pregnancies, second trimester
- O09891: Supervision of other high risk pregnancies, first trimester
Also known as:
- Irregular Periods
- Heavy and Frequent Periods (Regular Cycle)
- Menstruation
- Oligomenorrhea
- Abnormal Menstrual Cycle
- Menorrhagia
- Polymenorrhea
- Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- N926: Irregular menstruation, unspecified
- N920: Excessive and frequent menstruation with regular cycle
Also known as:
- Menopause
- Climacteric
- The Change of Life
- Postmenopause
ICD-10 Codes:
- N951: Menopausal and female climacteric states
Also known as:
- Pelvic and Perineal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Perineum pain
- Pelvic floor pain
- Pain in groin area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R102: Pelvic and perineal pain
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:
- Negative Pregnancy Test Result
- Pregnancy Test
- No pregnancy detected
- Negative HCG test
- Not pregnant result
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3202: Encounter for pregnancy test, result negative
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Third Trimester Prenatal Care
- Prenatal Care
- Late pregnancy care
- Third trimester check-ups
- Antenatal care in late pregnancy
- Late Pregnancy Check-ups
- Routine Third Trimester Care
- Maternity Care (Third Trimester)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3493: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, third trimester
- Z3483: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, third trimester
Also known as:
- Acute Vaginal Inflammation
- Vaginitis
- Acute Vaginitis
- Sudden Vaginal Infection
- Vaginal Irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- N760: Acute vaginitis
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Unusual Uterine Bleeding
- Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
- AUB
- Irregular Genital Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Prenatal Screenings
- Prenatal Care
- Additional pregnancy tests
- Special antenatal screenings
- Specific prenatal checks
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3689: Encounter for other specified antenatal screening
What procedures does Dr. Karanikkis perform?
As a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Karanikkis 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. Karanikkis. 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.
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Vaginal Hysterectomy with Ovaries/Tubes Removed
- Laparoscopic Vaginal Hysterectomy with Tube/Ovary Removal
- Hysterectomy
- Laparoscopy
- Laparoscopic Assisted Vaginal Hysterectomy (LAVH)
- Minimally Invasive Hysterectomy with Adnexectomy
- Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy with Oophorectomy
- Keyhole Hysterectomy with Salpingo-Oophorectomy
- Minimally Invasive Hysterectomy
- Keyhole Hysterectomy
CPT Codes:
- 58552: Laparoscopy, surgical, with vaginal hysterectomy, for uterus 250 g or less; with removal of tube(s) and/or ovary(s)
- 58554: Laparoscopy, surgical, with vaginal hysterectomy, for uterus greater than 250 g; with removal of tube(s) and/or ovary(s)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Removal of Pelvic Lesions
- Minimally invasive ovarian lesion removal
- Pelvic lesion excision laparoscopy
- Peritoneal lesion fulguration
- Endometriosis removal surgery
CPT Codes:
- 58662: Laparoscopy, surgical; with fulguration or excision of lesions of the ovary, pelvic viscera, or peritoneal surface by any method
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Ovarian and/or Fallopian Tube Removal
- Laparoscopic Oophorectomy
- Laparoscopic Salpingectomy
- Minimally Invasive Adnexal Removal
CPT Codes:
- 58661: Laparoscopy, surgical; with removal of adnexal structures (partial or total oophorectomy and/or salpingectomy)
Also known as:
- Hysteroscopy with Endometrial Ablation
- Hysteroscopy
- Uterine Lining Removal
- Endometrial Resection
- Thermoablation of Uterus
CPT Codes:
- 58563: Hysteroscopy, surgical; with endometrial ablation (eg, endometrial resection, electrosurgical ablation, thermoablation)
Does Dr. Karanikkis accept my insurance?
Dr. Karanikkis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 414-3892 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karanikkis accept in Vista, CA?
Dr. Karanikkis in Vista, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Department of Defense / Tricare
Hackensack Meridian Health
Health Partners Plans
Other Health Care Provider
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
State of California
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Karanikkis' office located?
Dr. Christos Karanikkis' Primary Practice
1000 Vale Terrace Dr
Vista, CA 92084
(760) 414-3892
What is Dr. Karanikkis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karanikkis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235192691.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karanikkis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karanikkis
What is Dr. Christos Karanikkis's specialty?
Dr. Karanikkis is a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) near Vista, CA. An obstetrician/gynecologist has specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in the medical and surgical management of the female reproductive system and related disorders. This physician acts as a consultant to other healthcare providers while also serving as a primary care physician for women, addressing their unique health needs throughout various stages of life. Contact Dr. Karanikkis to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christos Karanikkis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karanikkis is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Tri-City Medical Center, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Palomar Medical Center Poway 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 Christos Karanikkis accepting new patients in Vista, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christos Karanikkis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christos Karanikkis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karanikkis's office at (760) 414-3892 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christos Karanikkis?
Please contact Dr. Karanikkis's office at (760) 414-3892 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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