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27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Karunakara, Pulmonologist in Ocala, FL?
Dr. Raj Karunakara, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Ocala, FL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Karunakara completed his residency at Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Pulmonary Diseases; St Mary'S Hosp-Unity Hlth Sys, Internal Medicine. Dr. Karunakara is fluent in English, Hindi, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karunakara’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karunakara’s office at (352) 732-5552.
Where did Dr. Karunakara go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Pulmonary Diseases; St Mary'S Hosp-Unity Hlth Sys, Internal Medicine | SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn Program
Medical School: T.D. Med Coll, Univ of Kerala, Aleppey, Kerala, India
Is Dr. Karunakara board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Raj Karunakara, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Karunakara speak?
Dr. Karunakara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
Urdu
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Karunakara typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Karunakara 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. Karunakara. 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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Other Lung Disease
- Lung Disease
- Various lung conditions
- Unspecified lung disorder
- Miscellaneous lung problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J984: Other disorders of lung
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Karunakara typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Karunakara 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. Karunakara. 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:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Image-Guided Bronchoscopy
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy with Brushing
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Biopsy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
- Navigational Bronchoscopy
- Computer-Assisted Bronchoscopy
- Advanced Lung Scope
- Transbronchial Needle Biopsy
- Lung Biopsy via Bronchoscope
- Airway Examination with Biopsy
- Bronchial brushing
- Lung scope with biopsy
- Flexible bronchoscopy with brushing
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
- 31627: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with computer-assisted, image-guided navigation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])
- 31629: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial needle aspiration biopsy(s), trachea, main stem and/or lobar bronchus(i)
- 31623: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with brushing or protected brushings
Also known as:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy and Ultrasound
- Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Transbronchial Biopsy
- Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
- Lung Tissue Sample via Scope
- EBUS Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
- Lung Lymph Node Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
- 31652: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), one or two mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound for Lung Lesions
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Ultrasound
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) Bronchoscopy
- Lung Lesion Biopsy with EBUS
- Bronchial Ultrasound Guided Procedure
- Lung Scope with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 31654: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transendoscopic endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) during bronchoscopic diagnostic or therapeutic intervention(s) for peripheral lesion(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])
Does Dr. Karunakara accept my insurance?
Dr. Karunakara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 732-5552 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karunakara accept in Ocala, FL?
Dr. Karunakara in Ocala, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of Florida
Ultimate Healthcare Holdings
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Karunakara's office located?
Dr. Raj Karunakara's Primary Practice
1834 SW 1st Ave Ste 101
Ocala, FL 34471
(352) 732-5552
What is Dr. Karunakara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karunakara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114980067.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karunakara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karunakara
What is Dr. Raj Karunakara's specialty?
Dr. Karunakara is a Pulmonologist near Ocala, FL.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Raj Karunakara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karunakara is affiliated with Hca Florida Ocala Hospital, Adventhealth Ocala which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Raj Karunakara accepting new patients in Ocala, FL?
Yes, Dr. Raj Karunakara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Raj Karunakara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karunakara's office at (352) 732-5552 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Raj Karunakara?
Please contact Dr. Karunakara's office at (352) 732-5552 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Raj Karunakara have?
Dr. Raj Karunakara is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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