Dr. Karen Axelsson, MD

Oakland, CA

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Who is Dr. Axelsson, Anatomic Pathologist in Oakland, CA?

Dr. Karen Axelsson, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Axelsson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Axelsson’s office at (510) 752-1000.

Where did Dr. Axelsson go to medical school and complete their residency?

Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca

Is Dr. Axelsson board certified as an Anatomic Pathologist?

Yes, Dr. Karen Axelsson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology

What languages does Dr. Axelsson speak?

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

English

What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist like Dr. Axelsson typically treat?

As an Anatomic Pathologist, Dr. Axelsson 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. Axelsson. 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-Risk HPV Detected in Cervix
HPV
HPV and Pap Test Results
Positive High-Risk Cervical HPV Test
High-Risk Human Papillomavirus of Cervix
Cervical HPV Positive

ICD-10 Codes:

R87810: Cervical high risk human papillomavirus (HPV) DNA test positive

Also known as:

Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
Skin Condition
Skin Neoplasm
Skin Growth
Uncertain Skin Lesion

ICD-10 Codes:

D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin

Also known as:

Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
Vaginal Bleeding
Unusual Uterine Bleeding
Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
AUB
Irregular Genital Bleeding

ICD-10 Codes:

N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified

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:

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:

Colon Polyps
Colonic Polyps
Colorectal polyps
Bowel polyps
Intestinal polyps

ICD-10 Codes:

K635: Polyp of colon

What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist like Dr. Axelsson typically perform?

As an Anatomic Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Karen Axelsson may include:

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

Does Dr. Axelsson accept my insurance?

Please contact Dr. Axelsson's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

Where is Dr. Axelsson's office located?

Dr. Karen Axelsson's Primary Practice

275 W MacArthur Blvd

Oakland, CA 94611

(510) 752-1000

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Dr. Karen Axelsson's Practice 2

901 Nevin Ave

Richmond, CA 94801

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What hospitals are Dr. Axelsson affiliated with?

Dr. Axelsson has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Southern Ohio Medical Center,Portsmouth, OH

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

Dr. Axelsson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194803981.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Axelsson?

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

What is Dr. Karen Axelsson's specialty?

Dr. Axelsson is an Anatomic Pathologist near Oakland, CA.

What does an Anatomic Pathologist do?

A pathologist specializes in understanding the causes and nature of diseases, playing a key role in diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment through laboratory-based insights from biological, chemical, and physical sciences. They analyze information gathered from microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, as well as from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor disease.

Is Dr. Karen Axelsson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

No, Dr. Axelsson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Southern Ohio Medical Center. 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

When to see an Anatomic Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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