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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Karam, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Lina Karam, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Karam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karam’s office at (713) 798-1701.
Where did Dr. Karam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Saint Josephs University
Is Dr. Karam board certified as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Lina Karam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Karam speak?
Dr. Karam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Karam typically treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Karam 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. Karam. 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:
- Belly Button Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Pain around navel
- Periumbilical discomfort
- Umbilical pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1033: Periumbilical pain
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5909: Other constipation
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Pancolitis with Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Chronic Pancolitis with Bloody Stool
- Extensive Ulcerative Colitis with Rectal Bleeding
- GI Bleeding from Pancolitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K51011: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis with rectal bleeding
Also known as:
- Moderate Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Moderate Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Moderate Nutritional Deficiency
- Moderate Underweight
ICD-10 Codes:
- E440: Moderate protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy
- Ostomy
- Feeding Tube Opening
- Stomach Stoma
- G-tube
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z931: Gastrostomy status
What procedures does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist like Dr. Karam typically perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Karam 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. Karam. 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:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Does Dr. Karam accept my insurance?
Dr. Karam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 798-1701 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karam accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Karam in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
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Where is Dr. Karam's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Karam affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Karam has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Lake Charles Memorial Hospital,Lake Charles, LA
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
Lake Charles Memorial Hospital,Lake Charles, LA
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans,New Orleans, LARanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans,New Orleans, LA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Texas Childrens Hospital,Houston, TX
Texas Childrens Hospital,Houston, TX
Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital,Nacogdoches, TX
Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital,Nacogdoches, TX
What is Dr. Karam's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295749224.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karam
What is Dr. Lina Karam's specialty?
Dr. Karam is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Houston, TX.
What does a Pediatric Gastroenterologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs.
Is Dr. Lina Karam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karam is affiliated with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans 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 Pediatric Gastroenterologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Lina Karam accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Lina Karam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lina Karam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karam's office at (713) 798-1701 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lina Karam?
Please contact Dr. Karam's office at (713) 798-1701 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Karam's office located?
Dr. Karam's office is located in Houston, TX.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lina Karam have?
Dr. Lina Karam is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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