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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Otterness, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Stony Brook, NY?
Dr. Karalynn Otterness is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Stony Brook, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Otterness is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Otterness’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Otterness’s office.
What languages does Dr. Otterness speak?
Dr. Otterness and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Otterness typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Otterness 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. Otterness. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Otterness typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Karalynn Otterness 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. Otterness' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Otterness accept my insurance?
Dr. Otterness accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Otterness accept in Stony Brook, NY?
Dr. Otterness in Stony Brook, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Otterness' office located?
100 Nicolls Road Hsc Level 4 Room 080
Stony Brook Medicine Department of Emergency 100 N
Stony Brook, NY 11794
What is Dr. Otterness's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Otterness's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215227038.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Otterness?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Otterness
What is Dr. Karalynn Otterness's specialty?
Dr. Otterness is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Stony Brook, NY.
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. Karalynn Otterness affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Otterness is affiliated with Stony Brook University Hospital, Good Samaritan University Hospital - West Islip, Ny, Mather Hospital, Stony Brook Southampton Hospital 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 Karalynn Otterness accepting new patients in Stony Brook, NY?
Yes, Dr. Karalynn Otterness is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karalynn Otterness offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Otterness's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karalynn Otterness?
Please contact Dr. Otterness's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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