Dr. Steven Karidas, MD
Saint Petersburg, FL
17 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Karidas, Body Imaging Specialist in Saint Petersburg, FL?
Dr. Steven Karidas, MD is a Body Imaging Specialist, who primarily practices in Saint Petersburg, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Karidas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karidas’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karidas’s office at (239) 596-9482.
Is Dr. Karidas board certified as a Body Imaging Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Steven Karidas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Karidas speak?
Dr. Karidas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Body Imaging Specialist like Dr. Karidas typically treat?
As a Body Imaging Specialist, Dr. Karidas 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. Karidas. 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 here.
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Device Fitting and Adjustment
- GI Appliance Fitting
- Digestive Device Adjustment
- Enteral Device Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4659: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of other gastrointestinal appliance and device
What procedures does a Body Imaging Specialist like Dr. Karidas typically perform?
As a Body Imaging Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Steven Karidas may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
Please contact Dr. Karidas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Karidas accept my insurance?
Dr. Karidas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (239) 596-9482 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karidas accept in Saint Petersburg, FL?
Dr. Karidas in Saint Petersburg, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Karidas' office located?
Dr. Steven Karidas' Primary Practice
840 Dr Martin Luther King Jr St N Ste 100
Saint Petersburg, FL 33705
(239) 596-9482
What is Dr. Karidas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karidas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396940342.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karidas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karidas
What is Dr. Steven Karidas's specialty?
Dr. Karidas is a Body Imaging Specialist near Saint Petersburg, FL.
What does a Body Imaging Specialist do?
A Doctor of Osteopathy specializing in Radiology focuses on body imaging techniques to diagnose and evaluate medical conditions. Utilizing advanced modalities like MRI and CT scans, they provide detailed insights into the body's structures while promoting patient health through a holistic approach.
Is this Dr. Steven Karidas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karidas is affiliated with Roosevelt General Hospital, Palmetto General Hospital, Mission Regional Medical Center, Lima Memorial Health System, Sinai Hospital - Baltimore, Iu Health Methodist 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 Body Imaging Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Body Imaging Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Steven Karidas accepting new patients in Saint Petersburg, FL?
Yes, Dr. Steven Karidas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Steven Karidas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karidas's office at (239) 596-9482 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Steven Karidas?
Please contact Dr. Karidas's office at (239) 596-9482 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Steven Karidas have?
Dr. Steven Karidas is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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