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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Karras, Thoracic Surgeon in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Riny Karras, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Karras is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karras’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karras’s office at (667) 234-2730.
What languages does Dr. Karras speak?
Dr. Karras and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Karras treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Karras 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. Karras. 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:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Collapsed Lung
- Pleural Disorder
- Pneumothorax
- Air in Chest Cavity
- Lung Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- J939: Pneumothorax, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pneumothorax
- Pleural Disorder
- Collapsed lung
- Lung collapse
- Types of pneumothorax
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9383: Other pneumothorax
Which procedures does Dr. Karras perform as a Thoracic Surgeon?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Riny Karras may include:
- Aortic Stent Grafts
- Arteriovenous Graft Placement
- Atherectomy
- Carotid Surgery
- Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)
- Endovenous Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins
- Limb Salvage Surgery
- Mediastinal Adenopathy Surgery
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Karras' office.
Does Dr. Karras accept my insurance?
Dr. Karras accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (667) 234-2730 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karras accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Karras in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal Employee Program
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Maryland
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Karras' office located?
Dr. Riny Karras' Primary Practice
3407 Wilkens Ave Ste 220
Baltimore, MD 21229
(667) 234-2730
What is Dr. Karras's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karras's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114132909.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karras?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karras
What is Dr. Riny Karras's specialty?
Dr. Karras is a Thoracic Surgeon near Baltimore, MD. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Karras to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Riny Karras affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karras is affiliated with Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center, Adventist Healthcare White Oak Medical Center 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 Riny Karras accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
Yes, Dr. Riny Karras is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Riny Karras offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karras's office at (667) 234-2730 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Riny Karras?
Please contact Dr. Karras's office at (667) 234-2730 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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