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Dr. Karen Hennessey, MD

Bronx, NY

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    Who is Dr. Hennessey, Infectious Disease Specialist in Bronx, NY?

    Dr. Karen Hennessey, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Hennessey graduated from Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine and completed her residency at Nyu Hospitals Center, Infectious Diseases; Nyu Hospitals Center, Internal Medicine; Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Hennessey is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hennessey’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hennessey’s office at (718) 579-4900.

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

    • Residency: Nyu Hospitals Center, Infectious Diseases; Nyu Hospitals Center, Internal Medicine; Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | Nyu Langone Medical Center | New York University School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine | Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Hennessey board certified in Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Hennessey, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Hennessey speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Hennessey treat?

    As a Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Hennessey 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. Hennessey. 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:

    • HIV
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus
    • AIDS virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Asymptomatic HIV Infection
    • HIV
    • HIV positive without symptoms
    • Latent HIV infection
    • HIV carrier

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status

    Which procedures does Dr. Hennessey perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Does Dr. Hennessey accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hennessey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 579-4900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hennessey accept in Bronx, NY?

    Dr. Hennessey in Bronx, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centers Plan for Healthy Living

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elderplan

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MetroPlus

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Hennessey's office located?

    Dr. Karen Hennessey's Primary Practice

    234 E 149th St

    Bronx, NY 10451

    (718) 579-4900

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    Dr. Karen Hennessey's Practice 2

    1901 1st Ave

    New York, NY 10029

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    Dr. Karen Hennessey's Practice 3

    2601 Ocean Pkwy

    Brooklyn, NY 11235

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

    Dr. Hennessey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285783175.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hennessey?

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

    What is Dr. Karen Hennessey's specialty?

    Dr. Hennessey is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Bronx, NY.

    An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.

    Contact Dr. Hennessey to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Karen Hennessey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Hennessey is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Nyc Health & Hospitals - Lincoln. 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

    Where can I learn more about Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Explore Infectious Disease Specialist with 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 Karen Hennessey accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Hennessey is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karen Hennessey offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hennessey's office at (718) 579-4900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karen Hennessey?

    Please contact Dr. Hennessey's office at (718) 579-4900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Hennessey have?

    Dr. Karen Hennessey is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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