31 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Karatela, Internist in Riviera Beach, FL?
Dr. Shabtab Karatela, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Riviera Beach, FL. She has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Karatela completed her residency at Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Internal Medicine; Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Karatela is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karatela’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karatela’s office at (561) 422-7577.
Where did Dr. Karatela go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Internal Medicine; Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan
Is Dr. Karatela board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Shabtab Karatela, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Karatela speak?
Dr. Karatela and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Karatela typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Karatela 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. Karatela. 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:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Orthostatic Hypotension
- Autonomic Nervous System Disorder
- Orthostatic hypotension
- Postural Hypotension
- Dizziness on Standing
- Drop in Blood Pressure When Standing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I951: Orthostatic hypotension
Also known as:
- Cognitive Problems
- Stroke
- Thinking Problems
- Mental Impairment
- Post-stroke Cognitive Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69318: Other symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions following cerebral infarction
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- Familial dilated cardiomyopathy
- X-linked dilated cardiomyopathy
- Enlarged heart muscle
- DCM
ICD-10 Codes:
- I420: Dilated cardiomyopathy
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Karatela typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Shabtab Karatela 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
Please contact Dr. Karatela's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Karatela accept my insurance?
Dr. Karatela accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (561) 422-7577 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karatela accept in Riviera Beach, FL?
Dr. Karatela in Riviera Beach, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Karatela's office located?
What is Dr. Karatela's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karatela's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851316723.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karatela?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karatela
What is Dr. Shabtab Karatela's specialty?
Dr. Karatela is a Internist near Riviera Beach, FL.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Shabtab Karatela affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karatela is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital 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
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Is Shabtab Karatela accepting new patients in Riviera Beach, FL?
Yes, Dr. Shabtab Karatela is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shabtab Karatela offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karatela's office at (561) 422-7577 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shabtab Karatela?
Please contact Dr. Karatela's office at (561) 422-7577 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shabtab Karatela have?
Dr. Shabtab Karatela is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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