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Dr. Farabi Karim, MD

Bellingham, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Karim, Anesthesiologist in Bellingham, WA?

    Dr. Farabi Karim, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Bellingham, WA. He is board certified. Dr. Karim is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karim’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karim’s office at (606) 473-3773.

    What languages does Dr. Karim speak?

    Dr. Karim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Karim treat?

    As a 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.

    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:

    • 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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Rectal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs
    • Anal Bleeding
    • Blood in Stool
    • Lower GI Bleed

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K921: Melena
    • K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Cardiac Implants
    • Heart Devices
    • Cardiac Grafts
    • Implantable Heart Devices

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z95818: Presence of other cardiac implants and grafts

    Also known as:

    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K810: Acute cholecystitis

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Does Dr. Karim accept my insurance?

    Dr. Karim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (606) 473-3773 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Karim accept in Bellingham, WA?

    Dr. Karim in Bellingham, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • Community Health Plan of Washington

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • State of Washington

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    Where is Dr. Karim's office located?

    Dr. Farabi Karim's Primary Practice

    909 Squalicum Way Ste 102

    Bellingham, WA 98225

    (606) 473-3773

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    What is Dr. Karim's NPI number?An 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 1497217012.

    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. Farabi Karim's specialty?

    Dr. Karim is a Anesthesiologist near Bellingham, WA. 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. Contact Dr. Karim to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Farabi Karim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Karim is affiliated with Peacehealth St. Joseph 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Anesthesiologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Farabi Karim accepting new patients in Bellingham, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Farabi Karim is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Farabi Karim offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Karim's office at (606) 473-3773 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Farabi Karim?

    Please contact Dr. Karim's office at (606) 473-3773 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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