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Dr. David Karas, MD

Dr. David Karas, MD

Pediatric Sleep Medicine Specialist, Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist

Madison, CT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Karas, Pediatric Sleep Medicine Specialist in Madison, CT?

    Dr. David Karas, MD is a Pediatric Sleep Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Madison, CT. He is board certified. Dr. Karas graduated from University of Connecticut School of Medicine. Dr. Karas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karas’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karas’s office at (203) 245-0496.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Karas?

    Dr. David Karas, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Sleep Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Karas empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Sleep Disorders/Apnea, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Madison, CT community, Dr. Karas is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Medical School: University Of Ct Sch Of Med- Farmington Ct | University Of Ct Sch Of Medicine | University of Connecticut School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Karas board certified as a Pediatric Sleep Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. David Karas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Karas speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatric Sleep Medicine Specialist like Dr. Karas typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Sleep Medicine Specialist, Dr. Karas 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. Karas. 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:

    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen adenoids
    • Big adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6533: Chronic mucoid otitis media, bilateral
    • H66006: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, recurrent, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Tongue-Tie
    • Birth Defects
    • Tongue Disorder
    • Ankyloglossia
    • Short Lingual Frenulum
    • Tied Tongue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q381: Ankyloglossia

    Also known as:

    • Other Eustachian Tube Problems
    • Ear Disorder
    • Eustachian Tube Disorders
    • Ear Tube Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6983: Other specified disorders of Eustachian tube, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Eustachian Tube Disorder
    • Ear Disorder
    • Eustachian Tube Problem
    • Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
    • Bilateral Eustachian Tube Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6993: Unspecified Eustachian tube disorder, bilateral

    What procedures does a Pediatric Sleep Medicine Specialist like Dr. Karas typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Sleep Medicine Specialist, Dr. Karas 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. Karas. 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:

    • Tonsil and Adenoid Removal (Children)
    • Pediatric Tonsillectomy
    • Adenoidectomy for Kids
    • T&A Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 42820: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; younger than age 12

    Also known as:

    • Adenoid Removal for Children
    • Pediatric Adenoidectomy
    • Adenoid Surgery for Kids
    • Removal of Adenoids

    CPT Codes:

    • 42830: Adenoidectomy, primary; younger than age 12

    Also known as:

    • Frenum Revision Surgery (Tongue or Lip Tie)
    • Frenum Removal
    • Frenectomy
    • Z-plasty frenum
    • Tongue tie surgery
    • Lip tie revision
    • Frenulectomy
    • Lip tie release
    • Tongue tie release

    CPT Codes:

    • 41520: Frenoplasty (surgical revision of frenum, eg, with Z-plasty)
    • 40819: Excision of frenum, labial or buccal (frenumectomy, frenulectomy, frenectomy)

    Also known as:

    • Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy
    • Tonsil and adenoid removal
    • T&A surgery
    • Throat surgery for tonsils

    CPT Codes:

    • 42821: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; age 12 or over

    Also known as:

    • Ear Tube Insertion (General Anesthesia)
    • Anesthesia
    • Tympanostomy with Tubes
    • Myringotomy with Tube Placement
    • Ventilating Tube Insertion (Ear)

    CPT Codes:

    • 69436: Tympanostomy (requiring insertion of ventilating tube), general anesthesia

    Also known as:

    • Turbinate Reduction Surgery
    • Nasal Turbinate Ablation
    • Inferior Turbinate Reduction
    • Radiofrequency Turbinate Reduction

    CPT Codes:

    • 30802: Ablation, soft tissue of inferior turbinates, unilateral or bilateral, any method (eg, electrocautery, radiofrequency ablation, or tissue volume reduction); intramural (ie, submucosal)

    Does Dr. Karas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Karas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 245-0496 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Karas accept in Madison, CT?

    Dr. Karas in Madison, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allegiance Benefit Plan Management

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Federal government of the United States

    • HealthPartners

    • State of Connecticut

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Karas' office located?

    Dr. David Karas' Primary Practice

    230 Boston Post Rd

    Madison, CT 06443

    (203) 245-0496

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    What hospitals are Dr. Karas affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Karas has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Yale New Haven Children's Hospital,New Haven, CT

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

    Dr. Karas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386604296.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karas?

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

    What is Dr. David Karas's specialty?

    Dr. Karas is a Pediatric Sleep Medicine Specialist near Madison, CT.

    What does a Pediatric Sleep Medicine Specialist do?

    A pediatrician specializing in sleep medicine, certified in this subspecialty, focuses on the clinical assessment, physiological testing, diagnosis, management, and prevention of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders. Sleep specialists care for patients of all ages and employ multidisciplinary approaches to treatment. Conditions managed by these specialists include, but are not limited to, sleep-related breathing disorders, insomnia, hypersomnia's, circadian rhythm sleep disorders, parasomnias, and sleep-related movement disorders.

    Is Dr. David Karas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Karas is affiliated with Yale New Haven Hospital, York Street Campus 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

    When to see a Pediatric Sleep Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Sleep Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. David Karas accepting new patients in Madison, CT?

    Yes, Dr. David Karas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Karas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Karas' office at (203) 245-0496 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. David Karas?

    Please contact Dr. Karas' office at (203) 245-0496 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Karas' office located?

    Dr. Karas' office is located in Madison, CT.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Karas have?

    Dr. David Karas is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.