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Dr. Karen O'bosky, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Trauma Surgeon, Critical Care Surgeon

Sacramento, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. O'bosky, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Karen O'bosky, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. O'bosky is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. O'bosky’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. O'bosky’s office at (260) 458-3610.

    What languages does Dr. O'bosky speak?

    Dr. O'bosky and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. O'bosky typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. O'bosky 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. O'bosky. 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:

    • Chronic Skin Ulcer
    • Skin Condition
    • Open Sore
    • Skin Wound
    • Non-healing Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L98499: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with unspecified severity

    Also known as:

    • Lymphedema
    • Lymphatic Swelling
    • Fluid Retention in Limbs
    • Chronic Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. O'bosky typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Karen O'bosky may include:

    Please contact Dr. O'bosky's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. O'bosky accept my insurance?

    Dr. O'bosky accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (260) 458-3610 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. O'bosky accept in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. O'bosky in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. O'bosky's office located?

    Dr. Karen O'bosky's Primary Practice

    6600 Bruceville Rd

    Sacramento, CA 95823

    (260) 458-3610

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    Dr. Karen O'bosky's Practice 2

    4150 V St Ste 3400

    Sacramento, CA 95817

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    What hospitals are Dr. O'bosky affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. O'bosky has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Kaiser Permanente - Roseville Medical Center,Roseville, CA
    Kaiser Permanente Central Hospital,Seattle, WA

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

    Dr. O'bosky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427255033.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. O'bosky?

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

    What is Dr. Karen O'bosky's specialty?

    Dr. O'bosky is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Sacramento, CA.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Karen O'bosky affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. O'bosky is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South Sacramento Medical Center, Mercy General 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. 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 Dr. Karen O'bosky accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Karen O'bosky is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karen O'bosky offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. O'bosky's office at (260) 458-3610 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Karen O'bosky?

    Please contact Dr. O'bosky's office at (260) 458-3610 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. O'bosky's office located?

    Dr. O'bosky's office is located in Sacramento, CA.