41 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Karp, Internist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Michael Karp, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. Dr. Karp graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed his residency at Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the American College of Physicians-American Society of Internal Medicine, International Society of Clinical Densitometry, and American Academy of HIV Medicine. Dr. Karp is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karp’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karp’s office at (323) 442-5100.
Where did Dr. Karp go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: LAC+USC Medical Center, Internal Medicine, Los Angeles, CA | LAC + USC Medical Center
Residency: Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, Internal Medicine | Los Angeles County+USC Medical Center | LAC + USC Medical Center
Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California
Is Dr. Karp board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Karp, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Karp speak?
Dr. Karp and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Karp typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Karp 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. Karp. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Karp typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Karp 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. Karp. 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:
- Liver Elastography
- Elastography
- FibroScan
- Liver stiffness test
- Shear wave elastography
CPT Codes:
- 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report
Does Dr. Karp accept my insurance?
Dr. Karp accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 442-5100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karp accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Karp in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Unknown
Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)
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Where is Dr. Karp's office located?
Dr. Michael Karp's Primary Practice
1520 San Pablo St Ste 1000
Los Angeles, CA 90033
(323) 442-5100
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American College of Physicians-American Society of Internal Medicine
Member
International Society of Clinical Densitometry
Member
American Academy of HIV Medicine
Member
Awards
Intern of the Year, LAC+USC Medical Center, Department of Internal Med
Resident of the Year, LAC+USC Medical Center, Department of Internal
Year II Faculty Teaching Award as voted by the medical students, LAC
What is Dr. Karp's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karp's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336177229.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karp?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karp
What is Dr. Michael Karp's specialty?
Dr. Karp is a Internist near Los Angeles, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Michael Karp affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Karp is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Keck Hospital of USC. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Michael Karp accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Karp is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Karp offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karp's office at (323) 442-5100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Karp?
Please contact Dr. Karp's office at (323) 442-5100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Karp have?
Dr. Michael Karp is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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