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Dr. George Karam, MD

Anesthesiologist

Portland, OR

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Karam, Anesthesiologist in Portland, OR?

    Dr. George Karam, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Portland, OR with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Karam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karam’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karam’s office at (503) 251-6293.

    What languages does Dr. Karam speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Karam typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, 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:

    • 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation

    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

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye

    Also known as:

    • Diaphragmatic Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Hiatal Hernia
    • Hernia of the Diaphragm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Karam typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Karam 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. 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:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Karam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Karam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 251-6293 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Karam accept in Portland, OR?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Cigna Group

    • Community Care Network

    • Federal government of the United States

    • HealthRight Group

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of Oregon

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Karam's office located?

    Dr. George Karam's Primary Practice

    10123 SE Market St

    Portland, OR 97216

    (503) 251-6293

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    Dr. George Karam's Practice 2

    1015 NW 22nd Ave

    Portland, OR 97210

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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 1659803682.

    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. George Karam's specialty?

    Dr. Karam is an Anesthesiologist near Portland, OR.

    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. George Karam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Karam is affiliated with Adventist Health Portland 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

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    Is Dr. George Karam accepting new patients in Portland, OR?

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

    Does Dr. George Karam offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Karam's office at (503) 251-6293 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Karam's office at (503) 251-6293 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Karam's office located?

    Dr. Karam's office is located in Portland, OR.