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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Karas, Neurosurgeon in Marysville, OH?
Dr. Chris Karas, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Marysville, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Karas graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine. Dr. Karas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karas’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karas’s office at (614) 533-5500.
Where did Dr. Karas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Ohio State University / College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Karas speak?
Dr. Karas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Karas treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Karas 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. Karas. 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
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
Also known as:
- Problem with spinal cord stimulator
- Spinal cord stimulator malfunction
- Spinal neurostimulator issue
- Faulty spinal cord stimulator lead
ICD-10 Codes:
- T85192A: Other mechanical complication of implanted electronic neurostimulator of spinal cord electrode (lead), initial encounter
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- General Infectious Disease Screening
- Health Screening
- Broad infection check
- General parasite screening
- Unspecified infectious disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z119: Encounter for screening for infectious and parasitic diseases, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis with Spinal Cord Compression
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy
- Neck Arthritis with Spinal Cord Issues
- Degenerative Neck Myelopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4712: Other spondylosis with myelopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Nerve Pain
- Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neuralgia
- Neuritis
- Nerve inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M792: Neuralgia and neuritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Neck with Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Slipped Disc causing Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M50122: Cervical disc disorder at C5-C6 level with radiculopathy
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Neurostimulator Generator Mechanical Problem
- Neurostimulator battery mechanical issue
- Implanted stimulator generator problem
- Nerve stimulator generator complication
ICD-10 Codes:
- T85193A: Other mechanical complication of implanted electronic neurostimulator, generator, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
Does Dr. Karas accept my insurance?
Dr. Karas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (614) 533-5500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karas accept in Marysville, OH?
Dr. Karas in Marysville, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medical Mutual
Medicare
State of Ohio
SummaCare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Karas' office located?
Dr. Chris Karas' Primary Practice
120 Colemans Crossing Blvd Ste 120
Marysville, OH 43040
(614) 533-5500
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Wait Times
100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Diagnosis
100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Chris Karas an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Karas has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Karas, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Karas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174781587.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karas
What is Dr. Chris Karas's specialty?
Dr. Karas is a Neurosurgeon near Marysville, OH. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Karas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Chris Karas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karas is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Hillcrest Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Akron General, Firelands Regional 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
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Is Chris Karas accepting new patients in Marysville, OH?
Yes, Dr. Chris Karas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chris Karas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karas's office at (614) 533-5500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chris Karas?
Please contact Dr. Karas's office at (614) 533-5500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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