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Dr. Zeina Karam, MD

Washington, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Karam, Nephrologist in Washington, MO?

    Dr. Zeina Karam, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Washington, MO. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Karam is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karam’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karam’s office at (636) 231-6260.

    Is Dr. Karam board certified in Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Zeina Karam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Karam speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Karam 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.

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
    • CKD Stage 2
    • Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 5
    • End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
    • N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
    • N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5

    Also known as:

    • Dialysis Dependence
    • Dialysis
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Dialysis
    • Renal Replacement Therapy
    • On Dialysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • 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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • High Potassium
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Potassium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency
    • Hyperkalemia
    • Excess Potassium

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
    • E875: Hyperkalemia

    Also known as:

    • Acquired Kidney Cyst
    • Kidney Cysts
    • Acquired Cystic Kidney Disease
    • Renal Cyst
    • Simple Kidney Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N281: Cyst of kidney, acquired

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Protein in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Proteinuria
    • Albuminuria
    • Foamy urine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R809: Proteinuria, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Swelling
    • Edema
    • Fluid Retention
    • Bloating

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R609: Edema, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Karam perform as a Nephrologist?

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

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Karam's office.

    Does Dr. Karam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Karam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (636) 231-6260 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Karam accept in Washington, MO?

    Dr. Karam in Washington, MO 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 Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Essence Healthcare

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Missouri Consolidated (MCHCP)

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Karam's office located?

    Dr. Zeina Karam's Primary Practice

    901 Patients First Dr Ste 3300

    Washington, MO 63090

    (636) 231-6260

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    What is Dr. Karam's NPI number?An 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 1861652034.

    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. Zeina Karam's specialty?

    Dr. Karam is a Nephrologist near Washington, MO. 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. Contact Dr. Karam to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Karam is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Washington 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 Zeina Karam accepting new patients in Washington, MO?

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

    Does Dr. Zeina Karam offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Karam's office at (636) 231-6260 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Zeina Karam?

    Please contact Dr. Karam's office at (636) 231-6260 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Zeina Karam have?

    Dr. Zeina Karam is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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