45 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Karp, Pediatric Surgeon in Columbia, MO?
Dr. Melvyn Karp, MD is a Pediatric Surgeon, who primarily practices in Columbia, MO with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Dermatology. Dr. Karp graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Kaleida Hlth Sys -Chldrn Hosp, Pediatric Surgery-Surgery; Bronx Municipal Hosp Ctr, General Surgery. He is a member of the SURGICAL CARE COMM ST MARYS MED CENTER, QUALITY ASSURANCE COMM/WEST BOCA MEDICAL CENTER, COMMITTEE ON TRAUMA/STATE OF FLORIDA, TRAUMA QUALITY ASSURANCE COMM/PALM BEACH COUNTY, AMERICAN PEDIATRIC SURGICAL ASSOCIATION, AMERICIAN ASSOCIATION FOR SUSRGERY OF TRAUMA, AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS, and AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PEDIATRICS. Dr. Karp is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karp’s office at (561) 558-1212.
Where did Dr. Karp go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: PEDIATRIC SURGERY, CHILDRENS HOSPITAL BUFFALO, BUFFALO, NY
Residency: Kaleida Hlth Sys -Chldrn Hosp, Pediatric Surgery-Surgery; Bronx Municipal Hosp Ctr, General Surgery | Jacobi Medical Center
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine | Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University
Is Dr. Karp board certified in Pediatric Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Melvyn Karp, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Dermatology
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 Dr. Karp treat?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, 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.
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Ruptured Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection and Tissue Death
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
- Appendix Inflammation
- Appendix Pain
- Perforated Appendix with Gangrene
- Localized Ruptured Appendix
- Appendix Rupture with Tissue Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
- K37: Unspecified appendicitis
- K3532: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, without abscess
Also known as:
- Umbilical Hernia
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Ventral Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Phimosis
- Penis Disorder
- Tight foreskin
- Foreskin constriction
- Retracted foreskin problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N471: Phimosis
Also known as:
- Pilonidal Cyst with Abscess
- Abscess
- Tailbone Disorder
- Infected Tailbone Cyst
- Sacrococcygeal Abscess
- Tailbone Abscess
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0501: Pilonidal cyst with abscess
Also known as:
- Hydrocele
- Testicular Torsion
- Testicular Disorder
- Fluid in scrotum
- Scrotal swelling
- Water on the testicle
- Twisted testicle
- Testicle twisting
- Torsion of testis
ICD-10 Codes:
- N433: Hydrocele, unspecified
- N4400: Torsion of testis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pilonidal Cyst
- Tailbone Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal cyst
- Pilonidal sinus
- Tailbone cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0591: Pilonidal cyst without abscess
Also known as:
- Bilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Double Groin Hernia
- Hernia in Both Groins
- Non-obstructed Inguinal Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4020: Bilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Ganglion Cyst
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Ganglion
- Synovial Cyst
- Bible Bump
- Gel-filled Lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6740: Ganglion, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Hole in Newborn's Intestine
- Colonic Disease
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Newborn bowel perforation
- Infant gut rupture
- Perinatal bowel perforation
ICD-10 Codes:
- P780: Perinatal intestinal perforation
Also known as:
- Blocked Ileum at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Small Intestine Disorder
- Congenital Ileal Atresia
- Ileal Stenosis
- Missing Ileum at Birth
- Blocked Small Intestine Baby
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q412: Congenital absence, atresia and stenosis of ileum
Also known as:
- Second-degree burn of the trunk
- Burns
- Partial thickness burn of the trunk
- Moderate burn on trunk
- Trunk skin damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- T2120XA: Burn of second degree of trunk, unspecified site, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Extra Finger(s)
- Birth Defects
- Polydactyly
- Supernumerary Digit
- Accessory Digit
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q690: Accessory finger(s)
Also known as:
- Acute and Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Mixed cholecystitis
- Gallbladder attack and long-term inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K812: Acute cholecystitis with chronic cholecystitis
Which procedures does Dr. Karp perform as a Pediatric Surgeon?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Melvyn Karp may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Karp's office.
Does Dr. Karp accept my insurance?
Dr. Karp accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (561) 558-1212 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karp accept in Columbia, MO?
Dr. Karp in Columbia, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Oscar Health Insurance Co
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Where is Dr. Karp's office located?
Dr. Melvyn Karp's Practice 2
9980 Central Park Blvd N Ste 206
Boca Raton, FL 33428
(561) 558-1212
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
SURGICAL CARE COMM ST MARYS MED CENTER
Member
QUALITY ASSURANCE COMM/WEST BOCA MEDICAL CENTER
Member
COMMITTEE ON TRAUMA/STATE OF FLORIDA
Member
TRAUMA QUALITY ASSURANCE COMM/PALM BEACH COUNTY
Member
AMERICAN PEDIATRIC SURGICAL ASSOCIATION
Member
AMERICIAN ASSOCIATION FOR SUSRGERY OF TRAUMA
Member
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS
Member
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PEDIATRICS
Member
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 1871579243.
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. Melvyn Karp's specialty?
Dr. Karp is a Pediatric Surgeon near Columbia, MO. Pediatric Surgeons specializes in the management of surgical conditions in premature infants, newborns, children, and adolescents. Contact Dr. Karp to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Melvyn Karp affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karp is affiliated with Boca Raton Regional Hospital 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 Melvyn Karp accepting new patients in Columbia, MO?
Yes, Dr. Melvyn Karp is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melvyn Karp offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karp's office at (561) 558-1212 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melvyn Karp?
Please contact Dr. Karp's office at (561) 558-1212 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melvyn Karp have?
Dr. Melvyn Karp is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Dermatology.
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