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35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Karson, Internist in Dorchester, MA?
Dr. Tom Karson, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Dorchester, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Karson completed his residency at Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Cardiovascular Diseases; Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Karson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karson’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karson’s office at (617) 638-6100.
Where did Dr. Karson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Cardiovascular Diseases; Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Ross Univ- Sch Of Med & Vet Med- Roseau- Dominica
Is Dr. Karson board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Tom Karson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Karson speak?
Dr. Karson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Karson treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Karson 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. Karson. 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:
- 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
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Aphasia
- Stroke
- Speech Loss
- Language Disorder
- Difficulty Speaking after Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69320: Aphasia following cerebral infarction
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
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
Also known as:
- Need for Home Care Assistance
- In-home care support
- Assistance at home
- Home health services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z742: Need for assistance at home and no other household member able to render care
Which procedures does Dr. Karson perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Tom Karson 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Karson's office.
Does Dr. Karson accept my insurance?
Dr. Karson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 638-6100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karson accept in Dorchester, MA?
Dr. Karson in Dorchester, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
Commonwealth Care Alliance
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Karson's office located?
What is Dr. Karson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497958961.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karson
What is Dr. Tom Karson's specialty?
Dr. Karson is a Internist near Dorchester, MA.
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.
Contact Dr. Karson to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Tom Karson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karson is affiliated with Boston Medical Center 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 Internist?
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Is Tom Karson accepting new patients in Dorchester, MA?
Yes, Dr. Tom Karson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tom Karson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karson's office at (617) 638-6100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tom Karson?
Please contact Dr. Karson's office at (617) 638-6100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tom Karson have?
Dr. Tom Karson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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