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Who is Dr. Giardino, Endocrinologist in Dunkirk, NY?
Dr. Karen Giardino, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Dunkirk, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Giardino graduated from University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences. Dr. Giardino is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Giardino’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Giardino’s office at (716) 636-1947.
Where did Dr. Giardino go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University At Buffalo SUNY School Of Med and Biomedical Sciences Buffalo Ny | University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences
What languages does Dr. Giardino speak?
Dr. Giardino and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Giardino typically treat?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Giardino 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. Giardino. 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:
- Hashimoto's Disease
- Thyroid Disease
- Hashimoto's disease
- Autoimmune thyroiditis
- Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis
- Hashimoto's thyroiditis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Post-Surgery Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Postoperative Underactive Thyroid
- Thyroid Failure After Surgery
ICD-10 Codes:
- E890: Postprocedural hypothyroidism
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Graves' Disease
- Hyperthyroidism
- Graves' disease
- Graves Disease
- Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
- Toxic Diffuse Goiter
- Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Giardino typically perform?
As an Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Karen Giardino may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
Please contact Dr. Giardino's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Giardino accept my insurance?
Dr. Giardino accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 636-1947 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Giardino accept in Dunkirk, NY?
Dr. Giardino in Dunkirk, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Highmark Health
Independent Health Association
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Giardino's office located?
What is Dr. Giardino's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Giardino's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023175361.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Giardino?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Giardino
What is Dr. Karen Giardino's specialty?
Dr. Giardino is a Endocrinologist near Dunkirk, NY.
What does an Endocrinologist do?
An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.
Is this Dr. Karen Giardino affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Giardino is affiliated with Olean General Hospital, Kenmore Mercy Hospital, Mount St. Mary’s Hospital, Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo, Warren General 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 Karen Giardino accepting new patients in Dunkirk, NY?
Yes, Dr. Karen Giardino is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Giardino offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Giardino's office at (716) 636-1947 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Giardino?
Please contact Dr. Giardino's office at (716) 636-1947 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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