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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Karunakar, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Tanuja Karunakar, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Karunakar graduated from Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific and completed her residency at Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Karunakar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karunakar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karunakar’s office at (510) 752-1000.
Where did Dr. Karunakar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Emergency Medicine | Albany Medical Center Program
Medical School: Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific
Is Dr. Karunakar board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Tanuja Karunakar, DO is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Karunakar speak?
Dr. Karunakar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Karunakar typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Karunakar 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. Karunakar. 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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Karunakar typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Tanuja Karunakar may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Karunakar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Karunakar accept my insurance?
Dr. Karunakar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 752-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karunakar accept in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Karunakar in Oakland, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Community Health Network of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Samaritan Health Services
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Karunakar's office located?
Dr. Tanuja Karunakar's Primary Practice
275 W MacArthur Blvd
Oakland, CA 94611
(510) 752-1000
What is Dr. Karunakar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karunakar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679651442.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karunakar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karunakar
What is Dr. Tanuja Karunakar's specialty?
Dr. Karunakar is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Oakland, CA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Tanuja Karunakar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karunakar is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Tanuja Karunakar accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?
Yes, Dr. Tanuja Karunakar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tanuja Karunakar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karunakar's office at (510) 752-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tanuja Karunakar?
Please contact Dr. Karunakar's office at (510) 752-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tanuja Karunakar have?
Dr. Tanuja Karunakar is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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