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Dr. Karen Kennedy, DO
Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist
,Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist
,Anesthesiologist
West Palm Beach, FL
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Kennedy, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in West Palm Beach, FL?
Dr. Karen Kennedy, DO is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in West Palm Beach, FL. She is board certified. Dr. Kennedy graduated from Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Anesthesiology; Florida Hosp East Orlando, General Practice. Dr. Kennedy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kennedy’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kennedy’s office at (561) 699-2855.
Where did Dr. Kennedy go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Anesthesiology; Florida Hosp East Orlando, General Practice | Florida Hospital East Orlando
Medical School: Nova Se University, Coll of Osteo Med, Ft Lauderdale Fl | Nova Southeastern College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine | Medical University 'Prof. Dr. Paraskev Stoyanov' Varna Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Kennedy board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Karen Kennedy, DO is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Kennedy speak?
Dr. Kennedy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kennedy typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kennedy 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. Kennedy. 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Cerebral Atherosclerosis
- Brain Disease
- Hardening of Brain Arteries
- Brain Artery Plaque
- Cerebral Artery Disease
- Brain Blood Vessel Hardening
ICD-10 Codes:
- I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kennedy typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Karen Kennedy may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Kennedy's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kennedy accept my insurance?
Dr. Kennedy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (561) 699-2855 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kennedy accept in West Palm Beach, FL?
Dr. Kennedy in West Palm Beach, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Kennedy's office located?
Dr. Karen Kennedy's Primary Practice
5300 East Ave
West Palm Beach, FL 33407
(561) 699-2855
What is Dr. Kennedy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kennedy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427022458.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kennedy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kennedy
What is Dr. Karen Kennedy's specialty?
Dr. Kennedy is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near West Palm Beach, FL.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?
A specialist with advanced knowledge and skills, an anesthesiologist works to lessen the suffering of patients with life-limiting conditions. This professional works alongside an interdisciplinary team in hospice or palliative care to enhance the quality of life while addressing the multifaceted physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease process, during the dying phase, and beyond for the family. Assessing patients with advanced illnesses, controlling distressing symptoms, arranging multidisciplinary care centered on the patient and family in different settings, utilizing hospice and other specialized care systems, supervising the care of patients nearing death, and handling ethical and legal concerns in end-of-life care are all skills that this expert possesses.
Is this Dr. Karen Kennedy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kennedy is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Cleveland Clinic Florida - Weston Hospital. 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
When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Karen Kennedy accepting new patients in West Palm Beach, FL?
Yes, Dr. Karen Kennedy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Kennedy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kennedy's office at (561) 699-2855 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Kennedy?
Please contact Dr. Kennedy's office at (561) 699-2855 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Kennedy have?
Dr. Karen Kennedy is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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