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Dr. Margaret Karcnik, DO

Physiatrist

Wayne, NJ

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Karcnik, Physiatrist in Wayne, NJ?

    Dr. Margaret Karcnik, DO is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Wayne, NJ. She has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Karcnik completed her residency at Ny Medical College, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Karcnik is fluent in English and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karcnik’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karcnik’s office.

    Where did Dr. Karcnik go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Ny Medical College, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation

    • Medical School: Ny Coll Of Osteo Med Of Ny Inst Of Tech- Old Westbury Ny

    Is Dr. Karcnik board certified as a Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Margaret Karcnik, DO is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Karcnik speak?

    Dr. Karcnik and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Italian

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Karcnik typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Karcnik 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. Karcnik. 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:

    • Muscle Wasting in Multiple Areas
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Generalized Muscle Atrophy
    • Widespread Muscle Loss
    • Muscle Shrinkage in Multiple Sites

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6259: Muscle wasting and atrophy, not elsewhere classified, multiple sites

    Also known as:

    • Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
    • Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-cardiac surgery care
    • Vascular surgery aftercare
    • Heart surgery recovery
    • Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
    • Stomach surgery aftercare
    • Bowel surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
    • Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Karcnik typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Margaret Karcnik may include:

    Please contact Dr. Karcnik's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Karcnik accept my insurance?

    Dr. Karcnik accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Karcnik accept in Wayne, NJ?

    Dr. Karcnik in Wayne, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Fox Insurance Company

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Horizon Mutual Holdings

    • Humana

    • MagnaCare Rx Administered Payer

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Karcnik's office located?

    Dr. Margaret Karcnik's Primary Practice

    510 Hamburg Tpke Ste 101

    Wayne, NJ 07470

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    What is Dr. Karcnik's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Karcnik's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194881730.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karcnik?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karcnik

    What is Dr. Margaret Karcnik's specialty?

    Dr. Karcnik is a Physiatrist near Wayne, NJ.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Margaret Karcnik affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Karcnik is affiliated with St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Hackensack University Medical Center, Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, The Valley 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 a Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Margaret Karcnik accepting new patients in Wayne, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Margaret Karcnik is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Margaret Karcnik offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Karcnik's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Margaret Karcnik?

    Please contact Dr. Karcnik's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Karcnik's office located?

    Dr. Karcnik's office is located in Wayne, NJ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Margaret Karcnik have?

    Dr. Margaret Karcnik is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.