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Dr. Nicolas Karam, MD

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Dr. Nicolas Karam, MD

Plattsburgh, NY

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Karam, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist in Plattsburgh, NY?

    Dr. Nicolas Karam, MD is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, who primarily practices in Plattsburgh, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Karam is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karam’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karam’s office at (518) 561-2000.

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

    • Medical School: Lebanese University,Faculty of Medical Sciences,Beirut,Lebanon

    Is Dr. Karam board certified as a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Nicolas Karam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Karam speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does Dr. Karam treat?

    As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Karam 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. Karam. 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:

    • Sick Sinus Syndrome
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Complete Heart Block
    • Ventricular Tachycardia
    • Slow Heart Rate
    • Premature Ventricular Contractions
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Supraventricular Tachycardia
    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Arrhythmia
    • Sick sinus syndrome
    • Sinus Node Dysfunction
    • Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
    • SSS
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Complete AV Block
    • Third-Degree Heart Block
    • VT
    • V-tach
    • Fast heart rhythm
    • Bradycardia
    • Slow Pulse
    • Low Heart Rate
    • PVCs
    • Ventricular Ectopic Beats
    • Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • SVT
    • Fast heart rate
    • Rapid heartbeat
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I495: Sick sinus syndrome
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
    • I4720: Ventricular tachycardia, unspecified
    • R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
    • I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
    • R002: Palpitations
    • I4710: Supraventricular tachycardia, unspecified
    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Cardiomyopathy
    • Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
    • Dilated Cardiomyopathy
    • Familial dilated cardiomyopathy
    • X-linked dilated cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Muscle Disease
    • Enlarged Heart
    • Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
    • Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness
    • Enlarged heart muscle
    • DCM

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
    • I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy
    • I420: Dilated cardiomyopathy

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • AV Block
    • Arrhythmia
    • Atrioventricular block
    • Heart conduction block

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4430: Unspecified atrioventricular block

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Permanent Atrial Fibrillation
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Irreversible AFib
    • Fixed Atrial Fibrillation
    • Long-term AFib

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4821: Permanent atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Karam perform?

    As a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Dr. Karam performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Karam. 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:

    • Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
    • Permanent Pacemaker Placement
    • Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
    • Heart Rhythm Device Implantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular

    Also known as:

    • Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
    • Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
    • Under-Skin Heart Monitor
    • Cardiac Event Recorder Implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming

    Also known as:

    • Left Ventricle Pacing Lead Insertion
    • Cardiac Pacing Electrode Placement
    • LV Lead Insertion
    • Pacemaker Upgrade Lead

    CPT Codes:

    • 33225: Insertion of pacing electrode, cardiac venous system, for left ventricular pacing, at time of insertion of implantable defibrillator or pacemaker pulse generator (eg, for upgrade to dual chamber system) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Implantable Defibrillator Placement
    • ICD insertion
    • Permanent defibrillator implant
    • Heart defibrillator replacement
    • Transvenous defibrillator system

    CPT Codes:

    • 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber

    Also known as:

    • Pacemaker Battery Replacement (Dual Lead)
    • Pacemaker Battery Replacement
    • Pacemaker Generator Exchange
    • Dual Lead Pacemaker Replacement
    • Heart Pacemaker Battery Change
    • Pacemaker Pulse Generator Replacement
    • Pacemaker generator exchange
    • Pacemaker pulse generator replacement
    • Pacemaker device replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 33228: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; dual lead system
    • 33229: Removal of permanent pacemaker pulse generator with replacement of pacemaker pulse generator; multiple lead system

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Implantable Heart Monitor
    • Subcutaneous Cardiac Monitor Removal
    • Loop Recorder Removal
    • Implantable Loop Recorder Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 33286: Removal, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor

    Also known as:

    • Defibrillator Generator Replacement
    • ICD Generator Change
    • Implantable Defibrillator Battery Change
    • Defibrillator Device Replacement

    CPT Codes:

    • 33264: Removal of implantable defibrillator pulse generator with replacement of implantable defibrillator pulse generator; multiple lead system

    Does Dr. Karam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Karam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 561-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Karam accept in Plattsburgh, NY?

    Dr. Karam in Plattsburgh, 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

    • CDPHP

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield

    • Hines Interests LTD Partnership

    • Martin's Point

    • Medicare

    • State of New York

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Karam's office located?

    Dr. Nicolas Karam's Primary Practice

    75 Beekman St

    Plattsburgh, NY 12901

    (518) 561-2000

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    Dr. Nicolas Karam's Practice 2

    214 Cornelia St Ste 204

    Plattsburgh, NY 12901

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    Ratings & Reviews

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    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 reviews

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    Office Experience

    80% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Wait Times

    100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Appointment Booking

    80% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Nicolas Karam an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Karam has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Karam, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Karam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760527113.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karam?

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

    What is Dr. Nicolas Karam's specialty?

    Dr. Karam is a Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist near Plattsburgh, NY. A specialized domain within the cardiovascular disease subspecialty of Internal Medicine that involves advanced technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine the most appropriate treatments. Contact Dr. Karam to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Nicolas Karam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Karam is affiliated with Glens Falls Hospital 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 Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist?

    Explore Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiologist 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 Nicolas Karam accepting new patients in Plattsburgh, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Nicolas Karam is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nicolas Karam offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Karam's office at (518) 561-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nicolas Karam?

    Please contact Dr. Karam's office at (518) 561-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nicolas Karam have?

    Dr. Nicolas Karam is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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