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39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Karan, Internist in Arroyo Grande, CA?
Dr. Pankaj Karan, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Arroyo Grande, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Karan graduated from Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences and completed his residency at Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Flushing Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Karan is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karan’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karan’s office at (626) 961-2461.
Where did Dr. Karan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Flushing Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Rajendra Med Coll, Ranchi University, Ranchi, Bihar, India | Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences
Is Dr. Karan board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Pankaj Karan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Karan speak?
Dr. Karan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Karan treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Karan 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. Karan. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic Vascular Complications
- Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Body Weight
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
- High Body Mass Index
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
Also known as:
- Other Mental Health Screening
- Depression Screening
- Mental Health Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Behavioral Disorder Screening
- Psychological Evaluation
- Mental Wellness Check
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Exercise Counseling
- Fitness Coaching
- Physical Activity Guidance
- Exercise Prescription
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7182: Exercise counseling
Also known as:
- General Counseling
- Therapy Services
- Support Sessions
- Mental Health Support
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z719: Counseling, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Karan perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Pankaj Karan may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Karan's office.
Does Dr. Karan accept my insurance?
Dr. Karan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 961-2461 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karan accept in Arroyo Grande, CA?
Dr. Karan in Arroyo Grande, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Territories
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Karan's office located?
Dr. Pankaj Karan's Primary Practice
1057 E Grand Ave
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
(626) 961-2461
What is Dr. Karan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437187994.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karan
What is Dr. Pankaj Karan's specialty?
Dr. Karan is a Internist near Arroyo Grande, CA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Karan to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Pankaj Karan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karan is affiliated with Dignity Health - Marian Regional 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 Internist?
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Is Pankaj Karan accepting new patients in Arroyo Grande, CA?
Yes, Dr. Pankaj Karan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pankaj Karan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karan's office at (626) 961-2461 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pankaj Karan?
Please contact Dr. Karan's office at (626) 961-2461 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Pankaj Karan have?
Dr. Pankaj Karan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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