Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Karper, Psychiatrist in Bethlehem, PA?
Dr. Laurence Karper, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Bethlehem, PA. He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Karper is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karper’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karper’s office at (484) 884-6503.
Where did Dr. Karper go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Umdnj-Robt W Johnson Med Sch- New Brunswick Nj
Is Dr. Karper board certified in Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Laurence Karper, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Karper speak?
Dr. Karper and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Karper treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Karper 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. Karper. 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:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Depressive Episode
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Depressive Episode and Psychosis
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Manic Episode and Psychosis
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Mixed Episode and Psychosis
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Mixed Episode
- Bipolar II Disorder
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
- Severe bipolar depression
- Major depressive episode in bipolar
- Profound low mood in bipolar
- Psychotic bipolar depression
- Severe bipolar depression with delusions
- Bipolar with depressive psychosis
- Psychotic bipolar mania
- Severe bipolar with delusions
- Bipolar with manic psychosis
- Psychotic mixed bipolar state
- Severe mixed features with psychosis
- Bipolar mixed episode with delusions
- Severe mixed bipolar state
- Severe mixed features in bipolar
- Severe simultaneous mania and depression
- Bipolar 2
- Bipolar with hypomania and depression
- Mild bipolar disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
- F314: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, severe, without psychotic features
- F315: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, severe, with psychotic features
- F312: Bipolar disorder, current episode manic severe with psychotic features
- F3164: Bipolar disorder, current episode mixed, severe, with psychotic features
- F3163: Bipolar disorder, current episode mixed, severe, without psychotic features
- F3181: Bipolar II disorder
Also known as:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Psychotic depression
- Severe depression with delusions
- Depression with hallucinations
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Schizoaffective Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
- Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
- Affective psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
- F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Psychosis
- Psychotic Disorder
- Psychotic break
- Mental break
- Psychotic episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F29: Unspecified psychosis not due to a substance or known physiological condition
Also known as:
- Mood Disorder
- Affective Disorder
- Emotional Disorder
- Mental Health Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F39: Unspecified mood [affective] disorder
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
Which procedures does Dr. Karper perform as a Psychiatrist?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Laurence Karper may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Karper's office.
Does Dr. Karper accept my insurance?
Dr. Karper accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (484) 884-6503 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karper accept in Bethlehem, PA?
Dr. Karper in Bethlehem, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital BlueCross
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Inc.
Independence Blue Cross
Magellan Health Services
Medicare
Spectrum
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Karper's office located?
Dr. Laurence Karper's Primary Practice
2545 Schoenersville Rd Fl 5
Bethlehem, PA 18017
(484) 884-6503
What is Dr. Karper's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karper's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063468353.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karper?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karper
What is Dr. Laurence Karper's specialty?
Dr. Karper is a Psychiatrist near Bethlehem, PA.
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Contact Dr. Karper to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Laurence Karper affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karper is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, St. Luke’s University Health Network - Bethlehem Campus 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 Laurence Karper accepting new patients in Bethlehem, PA?
Yes, Dr. Laurence Karper is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laurence Karper offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karper's office at (484) 884-6503 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laurence Karper?
Please contact Dr. Karper's office at (484) 884-6503 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Laurence Karper have?
Dr. Laurence Karper is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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