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Dr. Jyotheen Karam, MD

Dr. Jyotheen Karam, MD

Murfreesboro, TN

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Karam, Nephrologist in Murfreesboro, TN?

    Dr. Jyotheen Karam, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Murfreesboro, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Karam graduated from Butler University in Indianapolis and completed his residency at University At Buffalo State University Of New York. Dr. Karam is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karam’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karam’s office at (615) 890-5484.

    Where did Dr. Karam go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: University At Buffalo State University Of New York | Mercy Hospital of Buffalo | SUNY Upstate Medical University Program

    • Medical School: Butler University in Indianapolis

    Is Dr. Karam board certified in Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Jyotheen Karam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Karam speak?

    Dr. Karam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Telugu

    What conditions does Dr. Karam treat?

    As a Nephrologist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • CKD Stage 5
    • End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
    • CKD Stage 2
    • Mild Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
    • N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetic Nephropathy
    • Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Dialysis Dependence
    • Dialysis
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Dialysis
    • Renal Replacement Therapy
    • On Dialysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis

    Also known as:

    • High Potassium
    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Low Potassium
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Potassium
    • Sodium
    • Hyperkalemia
    • Excess Potassium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency
    • Hypokalemia
    • Potassium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E875: Hyperkalemia
    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
    • E876: Hypokalemia

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia from Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Anemia
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Disease Anemia
    • Renal Anemia
    • Anemia of kidney failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D631: Anemia in chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Acute Metabolic Acidosis
    • Metabolic Disorder
    • Sudden Acidosis
    • Metabolic Acid Buildup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E8721: Acute metabolic acidosis

    Which procedures does Dr. Karam perform as a Nephrologist?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Jyotheen Karam may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Karam's office.

    Does Dr. Karam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Karam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 890-5484 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Karam accept in Murfreesboro, TN?

    Dr. Karam in Murfreesboro, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Karam's office located?

    Dr. Jyotheen Karam's Primary Practice

    1617 Williams Dr Ste 200

    Murfreesboro, TN 37129

    (615) 890-5484

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    Dr. Jyotheen Karam's Practice 2

    300 Stonecrest Blvd Ste 390

    Smyrna, TN 37167

    (615) 890-5484

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    Dr. Jyotheen Karam's Practice 3

    1272 Garrison Dr Fl 3

    Murfreesboro, TN 37129

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    What is Dr. Karam's NPI number?An 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 1619969482.

    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. Jyotheen Karam's specialty?

    Dr. Karam is a Nephrologist near Murfreesboro, TN. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Karam to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Jyotheen Karam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Karam is affiliated with TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Jyotheen Karam accepting new patients in Murfreesboro, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Jyotheen Karam is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jyotheen Karam offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Karam's office at (615) 890-5484 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jyotheen Karam?

    Please contact Dr. Karam's office at (615) 890-5484 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jyotheen Karam have?

    Dr. Jyotheen Karam is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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