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Dr. Boutros Karam, MD

Cardiologist

Brooklyn, NY

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Karam, Cardiologist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Boutros Karam, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Karam is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karam’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karam’s office at (929) 455-2740.

    What languages does Dr. Karam speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Karam typically treat?

    As a Cardiologist, 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Karam typically perform?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Boutros Karam may include:

    Please contact Dr. Karam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Karam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Karam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (929) 455-2740 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Karam accept in Brooklyn, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centers Plan For Healthy Living

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • DaVita Medical Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • H & R Block

    • Medicare

    • New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Karam's office located?

    Dr. Boutros Karam's Primary Practice

    8714 5th Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11209

    (929) 455-2740

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    Dr. Boutros Karam's Practice 2

    150 55th St

    Brooklyn, NY 11220

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    Dr. Boutros Karam's Practice 3

    530 1st Ave

    New York, NY 10016

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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 1982010294.

    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. Boutros Karam's specialty?

    Dr. Karam is a Cardiologist near Brooklyn, NY.

    What does a Cardiologist do?

    An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.

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

    Yes, Dr. Karam is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Richmond University Medical Center 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

    When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Cardiologist. Explore 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 Dr. Boutros Karam accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    No, Dr. Boutros Karam is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Boutros Karam offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Karam's office at (929) 455-2740 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Karam's office at (929) 455-2740 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Karam's office located?

    Dr. Karam's offices are located in Brooklyn, NY and New York, NY.