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Dr. Karena Neri, MD

Dr. Karena Neri, MD

Clearwater, FL

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Neri, Internist in Clearwater, FL?

    Dr. Karena Neri, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Clearwater, FL with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Neri graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed her residency at Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Neri is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Neri’s practice accepts Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Neri’s office at (727) 281-3350.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Neri?

    Dr. Karena Neri, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist 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. Neri empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pediatrics, Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Clearwater, FL community, Dr. Neri is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University of Minnesota Medical School Program

    • Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il | UNIVERSITY OF IL COLL OF MEDICINE | University of Illinois College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Neri board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Karena Neri, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Neri speak?

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

    • English
    • French

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Neri typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Neri 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. Neri. 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:

    • Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
    • Vital Signs
    • Normal BP reading
    • Blood pressure screening, all clear
    • Healthy blood pressure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Blood in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
    • Hematuria
    • Bloody urine
    • Red urine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R319: Hematuria, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Neri typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Karena Neri may include:

    Please contact Dr. Neri's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Neri accept my insurance?

    Dr. Neri accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (727) 281-3350 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Neri accept in Clearwater, FL?

    Dr. Neri in Clearwater, 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

    • CareCentrix

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Neri's office located?

    Dr. Karena Neri's Primary Practice

    2461 Enterprise Rd Ste C

    Clearwater, FL 33763

    (727) 281-3350

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    Dr. Karena Neri's Practice 2

    3890 Tampa Rd Ste 102

    Palm Harbor, FL 34684

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    What hospitals are Dr. Neri affiliated with?

    Dr. Neri has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Mease Countryside Hospital,Safety Harbor, FL
    Mease Dunedin Hospital,Dunedin, FL

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

    Dr. Neri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730146259.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Neri?

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

    What is Dr. Karena Neri's specialty?

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Is Dr. Karena Neri affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Neri is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Mease Countryside Hospital, Mease Dunedin 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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. Karena Neri accepting new patients in Clearwater, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Karena Neri is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karena Neri offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Neri's office at (727) 281-3350 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Karena Neri?

    Please contact Dr. Neri's office at (727) 281-3350 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Neri's office located?

    Dr. Neri's offices are located in Clearwater, FL and Palm Harbor, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karena Neri have?

    Dr. Karena Neri is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.