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Dr. Karen Kepler, DO

Physiatrist

West Orange, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kepler, Physiatrist in West Orange, NJ?

    Dr. Karen Kepler, DO is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in West Orange, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kepler graduated from University of Medicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / New Jersey School of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Kepler is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kepler’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kepler’s office at (973) 584-7500.

    Where did Dr. Kepler go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of Medicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / New Jersey Scho | University of Medicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / New Jersey School of Osteopathic Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kepler speak?

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

    • English
    • Italian
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Kepler typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Kepler 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. Kepler. 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:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Injury
    • Brain Bleed
    • TBI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065X0D: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, subsequent encounter

    Also known as:

    • Thigh Bone Fracture
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Femur Fracture
    • Broken Thigh Bone
    • Femoral Fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S7291XD: Unspecified fracture of right femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Brain Bleed
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I629: Nontraumatic intracranial hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Kepler typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Kepler 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. Kepler. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Kepler accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kepler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 584-7500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kepler accept in West Orange, NJ?

    Dr. Kepler in West Orange, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Clover Health Holdings

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Horizon Mutual Holdings

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kepler's office located?

    Dr. Karen Kepler's Primary Practice

    1199 Pleasant Valley Way

    West Orange, NJ 07052

    (973) 584-7500

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    Admc 12 1205

    30 Bergen St # 12

    Newark, NJ 07107

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    Dr. Karen Kepler's Practice 3

    201 Pleasant Hill Rd

    Chester, NJ 07930

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

    Dr. Kepler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982625232.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kepler?

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

    What is Dr. Karen Kepler's specialty?

    Dr. Kepler is a Physiatrist near West Orange, NJ.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

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

    Yes, Dr. Kepler is affiliated with Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Hunterdon Medical Center, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian Ocean University 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 Dr. Karen Kepler accepting new patients in West Orange, NJ?

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

    Does Dr. Karen Kepler offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kepler's office at (973) 584-7500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Karen Kepler?

    Please contact Dr. Kepler's office at (973) 584-7500 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kepler's office located?

    Dr. Kepler's offices are located in West Orange, NJ, Newark, NJ, and Chester, NJ.