21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Karam, Internist in Modesto, CA?
Dr. Doris Karam, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Modesto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Karam completed her residency at Danbury Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Karam is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karam’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karam’s office at (209) 577-3388.
Where did Dr. Karam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Danbury Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Saint Josephs University | Faculte Francaise De Medecine Et De Pharmacie
Is Dr. Karam board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Doris Karam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Karam speak?
Dr. Karam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Karam typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Karam 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. Karam. 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:
- High Fasting Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- Impaired Fasting Glucose
- Prediabetes (Fasting)
- Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7301: Impaired fasting glucose
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Karam typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Doris Karam may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Karam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Karam accept my insurance?
Dr. Karam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (209) 577-3388 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karam accept in Modesto, CA?
Dr. Karam in Modesto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Federal government of the United States
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Karam's office located?
Dr. Doris Karam's Primary Practice
1409 E Briggsmore Ave
Modesto, CA 95355
(209) 577-3388
What is Dr. Karam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326069246.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karam
What is Dr. Doris Karam's specialty?
Dr. Karam is a Internist near Modesto, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Doris Karam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karam is affiliated with Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, Ca, Sutter Tracy Community Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Stanford Health Care - Stanford 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Doris Karam accepting new patients in Modesto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Doris Karam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Doris Karam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karam's office at (209) 577-3388 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Doris Karam?
Please contact Dr. Karam's office at (209) 577-3388 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Doris Karam have?
Dr. Doris Karam is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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