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Dr. Karen Oconnell, MD
Washington, DC
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Oconnell, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Karen Oconnell, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Oconnell graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School and completed her residency at Children's Hospital Philadelphia. Dr. Oconnell is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Oconnell’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Oconnell’s office at (202) 476-4177.
Where did Dr. Oconnell go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Children's Hospital Philadelphia | Children's Hospital Program
Medical School: Eastern Virginia Medical School
What languages does Dr. Oconnell speak?
Dr. Oconnell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does Dr. Oconnell treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Oconnell 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. Oconnell. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
- Nasal Congestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
- J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]
Also known as:
- Mild Intermittent Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attack
- Acute Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma Exacerbation
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4521: Mild intermittent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Intestinal Infection
- Gastroenteritis
- Viral Infection
- Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
- Viral stomach flu
- Viral enteritis
- Viral gut infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Head Laceration
- Wounds and Injuries
- Head Cut
- Deep Head Cut
- Head Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0181XA: Laceration without foreign body of other part of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Which procedures does Dr. Oconnell perform as a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Karen Oconnell may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Oconnell's office.
Does Dr. Oconnell accept my insurance?
Dr. Oconnell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 476-4177 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Oconnell accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Oconnell in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Capital BlueCross
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Partners Plans
Independence Blue Cross
Independent Health
Kaiser Permanente
MVP Healthcare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Oconnell's office located?
Dr. Karen Oconnell's Primary Practice
111 Michigan Ave NW
Washington, DC 20010
(202) 476-4177
What is Dr. Oconnell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Oconnell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699846055.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Oconnell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Oconnell
What is Dr. Karen Oconnell's specialty?
Dr. Oconnell is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near Washington, DC. A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes. Contact Dr. Oconnell to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Karen Oconnell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Oconnell is affiliated with Bryn Mawr Hospital, Westchester 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Karen Oconnell accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Karen Oconnell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Oconnell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Oconnell's office at (202) 476-4177 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Oconnell?
Please contact Dr. Oconnell's office at (202) 476-4177 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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