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Dr. Azim Karim, MD
Houston, TX
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Karim, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Houston, TX?
Dr. Azim Karim, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Houston, TX. Dr. Karim is fluent in English, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karim’s office at (904) 638-6505.
What languages does Dr. Karim speak?
Dr. Karim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Urdu
What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Karim typically treat?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Karim 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. Karim. 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:
- 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:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
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
What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Karim typically perform?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by Dr. Azim Karim may include:
Please contact Dr. Karim's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Karim accept my insurance?
Dr. Karim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (904) 638-6505 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karim accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Karim in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
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Where is Dr. Karim's office located?
What is Dr. Karim's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407119076.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karim?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karim
What is Dr. Azim Karim's specialty?
Dr. Karim is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Houston, TX.
What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?
A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.
Is this Dr. Azim Karim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Karim 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
When to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Azim Karim accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Azim Karim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Azim Karim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karim's office at (904) 638-6505 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Azim Karim?
Please contact Dr. Karim's office at (904) 638-6505 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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