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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Karnam, Rheumatologist in Watkinsville, GA?
Dr. Padmanaidu Karnam, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Watkinsville, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Karnam is fluent in English and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karnam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karnam’s office at (706) 389-3880.
What languages does Dr. Karnam speak?
Dr. Karnam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Telugu
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Karnam typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Karnam 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. Karnam. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Karnam typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Padmanaidu Karnam may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Karnam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Karnam accept my insurance?
Dr. Karnam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 389-3880 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karnam accept in Watkinsville, GA?
Dr. Karnam in Watkinsville, GA 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Karnam's office located?
Dr. Padmanaidu Karnam's Primary Practice
1181 Langford Dr Bldg 200
Watkinsville, GA 30677
(706) 389-3880
What is Dr. Karnam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karnam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669744769.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karnam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karnam
What is Dr. Padmanaidu Karnam's specialty?
Dr. Karnam is a Rheumatologist near Watkinsville, GA.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is this Dr. Padmanaidu Karnam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karnam is affiliated with St. Mary's Hospital - Athens, Ga, Piedmont Athens Regional, Piedmont Walton Hospital, Piedmont Macon Medical Center, Piedmont Rockdale Hospital, Piedmont Eastside 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
When to see a Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Padmanaidu Karnam accepting new patients in Watkinsville, GA?
Yes, Dr. Padmanaidu Karnam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Padmanaidu Karnam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karnam's office at (706) 389-3880 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Padmanaidu Karnam?
Please contact Dr. Karnam's office at (706) 389-3880 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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