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Dr. Karim Harfouche, MD

Dr. Karim Harfouche, MD

Hollywood, FL

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients
Telehealth

    Who is Dr. Harfouche, Internist in Hollywood, FL?

    Dr. Karim Harfouche, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Hollywood, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. He is a member of the Royal College of Medicine and American College of Physician. Dr. Harfouche is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Harfouche’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Harfouche’s office at (561) 432-3455.

    Is Dr. Harfouche board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Karim Harfouche, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Harfouche speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Harfouche treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Harfouche 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. Harfouche. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
    • PAD from Diabetes
    • Circulation Problems from Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Other Mental Health Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Mental Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening
    • Behavioral Disorder Screening
    • Psychological Evaluation
    • Mental Wellness Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
    • Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    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:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    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

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Aorta
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Aortic artery hardening
    • Aortic plaque buildup
    • Aortic calcification

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I700: Atherosclerosis of aorta

    Which procedures does Dr. Harfouche perform as an Internist?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Karim Harfouche may include:

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

    Does Dr. Harfouche accept my insurance?

    Dr. Harfouche accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (561) 432-3455 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Harfouche accept in Hollywood, FL?

    Dr. Harfouche in Hollywood, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AvMed Health Plan

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medica HealthCare

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Harfouche's office located?

    Dr. Karim Harfouche also offers virtual visits

    Dr. Karim Harfouche's Primary Practice

    6849 Taft St

    Hollywood, FL 33024

    (561) 432-3455

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    Dr. Karim Harfouche's Practice 2

    3907 S Jog Rd

    Lake Worth, FL 33467

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    Dr. Karim Harfouche's Practice 3

    3907 S Jog Rd

    Greenacres, FL 33467

    (561) 432-3455

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    Royal College of Medicine

    Membership

    2016

    American College of Physician

    Member

    2009

    Awards

    Cum Laude

    Los Andes University

    Best Internal Medicine physician

    West Boca Medical Center

    Attending of the year

    Florida Atlantic University

    Best Internal Medicine Resident

    Los ANdes University

    Best Critical Care Resident

    Los Andes University

    Attending of the Year 2014

    Florida Atlantic University

    Attending of the Year 2013

    West Boca Medical Center

    Cum Laude in Medicine 1994

    University of Los ANdes Venezuela

    Best Resident of his Class 1994 Internal Medicine

    Los Andes University Venezuela

    Best Resident of his Class 1996 Critical Care

    Los Andes University Venezuela

    What is Dr. Harfouche's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Harfouche's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003046897.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Harfouche?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Harfouche

    What is Dr. Karim Harfouche's specialty?

    Dr. Harfouche is a Internist near Hollywood, FL.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Harfouche to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Karim Harfouche affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Harfouche is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Karim Harfouche accepting new patients in Hollywood, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Karim Harfouche is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karim Harfouche offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Harfouche's office at (561) 432-3455 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karim Harfouche?

    Please contact Dr. Harfouche's office at (561) 432-3455 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karim Harfouche have?

    Dr. Karim Harfouche is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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