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Dr. Dean Karas, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Omaha, NE

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Karas, Family Medicine Specialist in Omaha, NE?

    Dr. Dean Karas, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Omaha, NE. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Karas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karas’s office at (660) 259-2203.

    Is Dr. Karas board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Dean Karas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Karas speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Karas typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Karas 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. Karas. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, 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:

    • Nicotine Addiction
    • E-Cigarettes
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Tobacco Addiction
    • Smoking Addiction
    • Vaping Addiction
    • Nicotine Substance Use Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F17200: Nicotine dependence, unspecified, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Karas typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Dean Karas may include:

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

    Does Dr. Karas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Karas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (660) 259-2203 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Karas accept in Omaha, NE?

    Dr. Karas in Omaha, NE 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)

    • Devoted Health

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Midlands Choice (NE)

    • Oscar Health

    • State of Missouri

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Karas' office located?

    Dr. Dean Karas' Primary Practice

    16901 Lakeside Hills Ct

    Omaha, NE 68130

    (660) 259-2203

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

    Dr. Karas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437287794.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karas?

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

    What is Dr. Dean Karas's specialty?

    Dr. Karas is a Family Medicine Specialist near Omaha, NE.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Dean Karas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Karas is affiliated with Chi Health Lakeside Hospital, Saint Luke's Cancer Institute, Saint Luke's Cancer Institute, Methodist Hospital - Omaha, Ne, Kansas City Orthopaedic Institute, Saint Luke's South 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Dean Karas accepting new patients in Omaha, NE?

    Yes, Dr. Dean Karas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dean Karas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Karas' office at (660) 259-2203 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Dean Karas?

    Please contact Dr. Karas' office at (660) 259-2203 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Karas' office located?

    Dr. Karas' office is located in Omaha, NE.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Dean Karas have?

    Dr. Dean Karas is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.