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Dr. Karl Unkenholz, MD

Potsdam, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Unkenholz, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Potsdam, NY?

    Dr. Karl Unkenholz, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Potsdam, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Unkenholz completed his residency at Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Unkenholz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Unkenholz’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Unkenholz’s office at (315) 265-3300.

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

    • Residency: Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, Emergency Medicine | University Hospital SUNY Stony Brook

    • Medical School: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj

    Is Dr. Unkenholz board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Karl Unkenholz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Unkenholz speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Unkenholz treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Unkenholz 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. Unkenholz. 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:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Urgency
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure Urgency
    • Urgent High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
    • I160: Hypertensive urgency

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    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:

    • Head Laceration
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Head Cut
    • Deep Head Cut
    • Head Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0181XA: Laceration without foreign body of other part of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Which procedures does Dr. Unkenholz perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Karl Unkenholz may include:

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

    Does Dr. Unkenholz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Unkenholz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (315) 265-3300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Unkenholz accept in Potsdam, NY?

    Dr. Unkenholz in Potsdam, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Heritage Health

    • Humana

    • Inland Empire

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Presbyterian Health Plan

    • State of Montana

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Unkenholz's office located?

    Dr. Karl Unkenholz's Primary Practice

    50 Leroy St

    Potsdam, NY 13676

    (315) 265-3300

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    Dr. Karl Unkenholz's Practice 2

    1 Hospital Dr

    Massena, NY 13662

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    Dr. Karl Unkenholz's Practice 3

    203 Old Military Rd

    Lake Placid, NY 12946

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    What is Dr. Unkenholz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Unkenholz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215914429.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Unkenholz?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Unkenholz

    What is Dr. Karl Unkenholz's specialty?

    Dr. Unkenholz is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Potsdam, NY. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Unkenholz to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Karl Unkenholz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Unkenholz is affiliated with Memorial Medical Center - Las Cruces, Nm 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

    Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Karl Unkenholz accepting new patients in Potsdam, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Karl Unkenholz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karl Unkenholz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Unkenholz's office at (315) 265-3300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Karl Unkenholz?

    Please contact Dr. Unkenholz's office at (315) 265-3300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karl Unkenholz have?

    Dr. Karl Unkenholz is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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