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Who is Dr. Karas, Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Vasili Karas, MD is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Karas is fluent in English and Greek, Modern (1453-), and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karas’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karas’s office at (312) 243-4244.
What languages does Dr. Karas speak?
Dr. Karas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Greek, Modern (1453-)
What conditions does Dr. Karas treat?
As a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, 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.
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
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
Also known as:
- Right Artificial Knee Joint
- Left Artificial Knee Joint
- Having a Right Artificial Hip Joint
- Having an Artificial Knee Joint
- Having a Left Artificial Hip Joint
- Knee Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Right Knee Replacement
- Right Knee Prosthesis
- Right Knee Arthroplasty
- Left Knee Replacement
- Left Knee Prosthesis
- Left Knee Arthroplasty
- Right hip replacement
- Right hip prosthesis
- Artificial right hip
- Knee replacement
- Knee prosthesis
- Artificial knee
- Left hip replacement
- Left hip prosthesis
- Artificial left hip
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z96651: Presence of right artificial knee joint
- Z96652: Presence of left artificial knee joint
- Z96641: Presence of right artificial hip joint
- Z96659: Presence of unspecified artificial knee joint
- Z96642: Presence of left artificial hip joint
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Infected Right Knee Replacement
- Infected Left Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Right Knee Prosthesis Infection
- Inflamed Right Knee Implant
- Right Knee Arthroplasty Infection
- Left Knee Prosthesis Infection
- Inflamed Left Knee Implant
- Left Knee Arthroplasty Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8453XA: Infection and inflammatory reaction due to internal right knee prosthesis, initial encounter
- T8454XA: Infection and inflammatory reaction due to internal left knee prosthesis, initial encounter
- T8454XD: Infection and inflammatory reaction due to internal left knee prosthesis, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Left Hip Pain
- Right Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Left Hip
- Left Hip Ache
- Left Hip Discomfort
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25552: Pain in left hip
- M25551: Pain in right hip
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Karas perform as a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon?
As a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Vasili Karas may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Karas' office.
Does Dr. Karas accept my insurance?
Dr. Karas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 243-4244 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karas accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Karas in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Karas' office located?
Dr. Vasili Karas' Primary Practice
1611 W Harrison St Ste 400
Chicago, IL 60612
(312) 243-4244
What is Dr. Karas's NPI number?An 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 1063778413.
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. Vasili Karas's specialty?
Dr. Karas is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeon near Chicago, IL. Adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons, recognized as a fellowship subspecialty by several state medical boards, focus on reconstructive procedures including joint arthroplasty (such as hip and knee replacements), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and various other adult reconstructive surgical interventions. Contact Dr. Karas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Vasili Karas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karas is affiliated with Rush University Medical Center, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph 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
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Is Vasili Karas accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
No, Dr. Vasili Karas is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vasili Karas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karas's office at (312) 243-4244 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vasili Karas?
Please contact Dr. Karas's office at (312) 243-4244 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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