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Dr. Karen Appiah, MD

Langhorne, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Appiah, Family Medicine Specialist in Langhorne, PA?

    Dr. Karen Appiah, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Langhorne, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Appiah is fluent in English, Akan, and Twi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Appiah’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Appiah’s office at (215) 710-4460.

    What languages does Dr. Appiah speak?

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

    • Akan

    • English

    • Twi

    What conditions does Dr. Appiah treat?

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

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis
    • Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
    • Bacterial Skin Infection
    • Leg Skin Infection
    • Spreading Skin Infection
    • Left Leg Skin Infection
    • Bacterial Left Leg Infection
    • Spreading Left Leg Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
    • L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb

    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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Transient Ischemic Attack
    • Mini-Stroke
    • Warning Stroke

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Appiah perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Karen Appiah may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Appiah's office.

    Does Dr. Appiah accept my insurance?

    Dr. Appiah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 710-4460 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Appiah accept in Langhorne, PA?

    Dr. Appiah in Langhorne, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Independent Health

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Appiah's office located?

    Dr. Karen Appiah's Primary Practice

    1201 Langhorne Newtown Rd

    Langhorne, PA 19047

    (215) 710-4460

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    Dr. Karen Appiah's Practice 2

    4900 Frankford Ave

    Philadelphia, PA 19124

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    Dr. Karen Appiah's Practice 3

    1616 Huntingdon Pike

    Meadowbrook, PA 19046

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

    Dr. Appiah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427390434.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Appiah?

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

    What is Dr. Karen Appiah's specialty?

    Dr. Appiah is a Family Medicine Specialist near Langhorne, PA. 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. Contact Dr. Appiah to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Appiah is affiliated with St. Mary Medical Center - Langhorne, Pa 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 Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine 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 Appiah accepting new patients in Langhorne, PA?

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

    Does Dr. Karen Appiah offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Appiah's office at (215) 710-4460 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karen Appiah?

    Please contact Dr. Appiah's office at (215) 710-4460 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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