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Dr. Karl Svoboda, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Leonardtown, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Svoboda, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Leonardtown, MD?

    Dr. Karl Svoboda, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Leonardtown, MD. He is board certified. Dr. Svoboda completed his residency at Baystate Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine and is currently affiliated with St Marys Hospital Emergency Department. Dr. Svoboda is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Svoboda’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Svoboda’s office.

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

    • Residency: Baystate Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine

    • Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny

    Is Dr. Svoboda board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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

    What languages does Dr. Svoboda speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Svoboda typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Svoboda 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. Svoboda. 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:

    • 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
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    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

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Svoboda typically perform?

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

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

    Does Dr. Svoboda accept my insurance?

    Dr. Svoboda accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Svoboda accept in Leonardtown, MD?

    Dr. Svoboda in Leonardtown, MD 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Independence Health Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

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    Where is Dr. Svoboda's office located?

    St Marys Hospital Emergency Department

    25500 Point Lookout Rd

    Leonardtown, MD 20650

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

    Dr. Svoboda's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942267182.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Svoboda?

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

    What is Dr. Karl Svoboda's specialty?

    Dr. Svoboda is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Leonardtown, MD.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

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

    Yes, Dr. Svoboda is affiliated with Holy Cross Health, Jackson North Medical Center 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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. Karl Svoboda accepting new patients in Leonardtown, MD?

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

    Does Dr. Karl Svoboda offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Svoboda's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Karl Svoboda?

    Please contact Dr. Svoboda's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Svoboda's office located?

    Dr. Svoboda's office is located in Leonardtown, MD.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karl Svoboda have?

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