Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Karim, Internist in Arlington, VA?
Dr. Ahmad Karim, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Arlington, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Karim graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School and completed his residency at Washington Hospital Center. Dr. Karim is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karim’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karim’s office at (703) 717-4400.
Where did Dr. Karim go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Washington Hospital Center
Medical School: Eastern Virginia Medical School
Is Dr. Karim board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Ahmad Karim, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Karim speak?
Dr. Karim and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Karim treat?
As a Internist, 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.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
- Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
- Vaso-Occlusive Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Which procedures does Dr. Karim perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Ahmad Karim may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Karim's office.
Does Dr. Karim accept my insurance?
Dr. Karim accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 717-4400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karim accept in Arlington, VA?
Dr. Karim in Arlington, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
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Where is Dr. Karim's office located?
Dr. Ahmad Karim's Primary Practice
1625 N George Mason Dr Ste 425
Arlington, VA 22205
(703) 717-4400
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 1831416940.
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. Ahmad Karim's specialty?
Dr. Karim is a Internist near Arlington, VA.
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. Karim to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Ahmad Karim affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karim is affiliated with Vhc Health - Virginia Hospital Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Internist?
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Is Ahmad Karim accepting new patients in Arlington, VA?
Yes, Dr. Ahmad Karim is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ahmad Karim offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karim's office at (703) 717-4400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ahmad Karim?
Please contact Dr. Karim's office at (703) 717-4400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ahmad Karim have?
Dr. Ahmad Karim is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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