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30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Karaman, Hospitalist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Tarek Karaman, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Karaman graduated from Sackler School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Il Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Karaman is fluent in English, French, and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karaman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karaman’s office.
Where did Dr. Karaman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Il Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Tel Aviv University / Sackler Faculty of Medicine | Sackler School of Medicine
Is Dr. Karaman board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Tarek Karaman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Karaman speak?
Dr. Karaman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Hebrew
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Karaman typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Karaman 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. Karaman. 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Karaman typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Karaman 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. Karaman. 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:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
Does Dr. Karaman accept my insurance?
Dr. Karaman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karaman accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Karaman 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 Corporation
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
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Where is Dr. Karaman's office located?
What is Dr. Karaman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karaman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104846674.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karaman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karaman
What is Dr. Tarek Karaman's specialty?
Dr. Karaman is a Hospitalist near Chicago, IL.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Tarek Karaman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karaman is affiliated with Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Endeavor Health Edward Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Delnor 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Tarek Karaman accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Tarek Karaman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tarek Karaman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karaman's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tarek Karaman?
Please contact Dr. Karaman's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tarek Karaman have?
Dr. Tarek Karaman is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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