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Who is Dr. Karou, Cardiologist in Clifton, NJ?
Dr. Fadi Karou, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Clifton, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Karou is fluent in English, Arabic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karou’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karou’s office at (732) 937-8939.
Where did Dr. Karou go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Aleppo University
Is Dr. Karou board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Fadi Karou, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Karou speak?
Dr. Karou and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Karou typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Karou 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. Karou. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Leaky tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Karou typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Fadi Karou may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Karou's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Karou accept my insurance?
Dr. Karou accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 937-8939 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karou accept in Clifton, NJ?
Dr. Karou in Clifton, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Karou's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Fadi Karou?
Dr. Karou has appointments available at his Clifton, NJ office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Karou's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780870444.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karou?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karou
What is Dr. Fadi Karou's specialty?
Dr. Karou is a Cardiologist near Clifton, NJ.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Fadi Karou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karou is affiliated with Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Clara Maass Medical Center, Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, Englewood Hospital, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, Hackensack University 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
When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Fadi Karou accepting new patients in Clifton, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Fadi Karou is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fadi Karou offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Karou, or call (732) 937-8939 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Fadi Karou?
Please contact Dr. Karou's office at (732) 937-8939 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Fadi Karou have?
Dr. Fadi Karou is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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