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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Karagkounis, Surgical Oncologist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Georgios Karagkounis, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Karagkounis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karagkounis’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karagkounis’s office at (216) 444-2200.
What languages does Dr. Karagkounis speak?
Dr. Karagkounis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Karagkounis treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Karagkounis 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. Karagkounis. 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:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
- Appendix Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
- Rectal Cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of cecum
- Ascending Colon Cancer
- Transverse Colon Cancer
- Descending Colon Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
- C181: Malignant neoplasm of appendix
- C19: Malignant neoplasm of rectosigmoid junction
- C180: Malignant neoplasm of cecum
- C182: Malignant neoplasm of ascending colon
- C184: Malignant neoplasm of transverse colon
- C186: Malignant neoplasm of descending colon
Also known as:
- Secondary Peritoneal Cancer
- Cancer
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Metastatic Peritoneal Cancer
- Cancer Spread to Peritoneum
- Peritoneal Carcinomatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C786: Secondary malignant neoplasm of retroperitoneum and peritoneum
Also known as:
- Cancer Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Cancer
- Post-cancer surgery care
- Oncology aftercare
- Cancer recovery follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Cancer Spread to Liver and Bile Duct
- Liver Cancer
- Metastatic Liver Cancer
- Secondary Liver Tumor
- Liver Metastasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C787: Secondary malignant neoplasm of liver and intrahepatic bile duct
Also known as:
- Growth of Unknown Type in the Appendix
- Colonic Disease
- Indeterminate appendix mass
- Appendix tumor of unknown nature
- Appendix neoplasm of uncertain behavior
ICD-10 Codes:
- D373: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of appendix
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Neuroendocrine Tumor
- Cancer
- Endocrine Disease
- Malignant NET
- Neuroendocrine Cancer
- NET Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7A8: Other malignant neuroendocrine tumors
Also known as:
- Other Intestinal Condition
- Colonic Disease
- Small Intestine Disorder
- Bowel Conditions
- Gut Problems
- Digestive Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6389: Other specified diseases of intestine
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
Also known as:
- Anal Cancer
- Anal Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Anus Cancer
- Anal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C210: Malignant neoplasm of anus, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Karagkounis perform?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Karagkounis 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. Karagkounis. 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:
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Lower colon exam
- Flexible colon scope
- Rectum and lower colon check
CPT Codes:
- 45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Biopsy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Sigmoid Colon Scope with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy with Tissue Sample
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Biopsy
- Rectum and Lower Colon Exam
CPT Codes:
- 45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Does Dr. Karagkounis accept my insurance?
Dr. Karagkounis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 444-2200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karagkounis accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Karagkounis in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Healthfirst
Highmark Inc.
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Karagkounis' office located?
Dr. Georgios Karagkounis' Primary Practice
2236 Nostrand Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11210
(216) 444-2200
What is Dr. Karagkounis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karagkounis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326314907.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karagkounis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karagkounis
What is Dr. Georgios Karagkounis's specialty?
Dr. Karagkounis is a Surgical Oncologist near Brooklyn, NY. A surgical oncologist is a highly qualified and trained surgeon with specialized expertise in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients. They have received additional training in a multidisciplinary approach and dedicate a significant portion of their practice to these areas, as well as to cancer research. Contact Dr. Karagkounis to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Georgios Karagkounis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karagkounis is affiliated with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Beebe Healthcare, The Valley Hospital, William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Cayuga 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 Georgios Karagkounis accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Georgios Karagkounis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Georgios Karagkounis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karagkounis's office at (216) 444-2200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Georgios Karagkounis?
Please contact Dr. Karagkounis's office at (216) 444-2200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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