Expertise in
34
conditions
Expertise in
34
conditions
Laurel Kidney Specialists PC
350 Budfield St, 
Johnstown, PA 

Overview

Karim Bitar is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Johnstown, Pennsylvania.

Dr. Bitar is highly rated in 34 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Kidney Failure, Chronic Kidney Disease, Peptic Ulcer, and Necrosis.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

Internal Medicine

Licenses

Internal Medicine in PA

Hospital Affiliations

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center
Upmc Altoona
Conemaugh Meyersdale Medical Center
Upmc Somerset
Chan Soon- Shiong Medical Center At Windber

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Capital Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Change Healthcare
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Community Health Choice
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
Gateway Health Plan
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Geisinger
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Horizon Healthcare
  • EPO
  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
PA Health and Wellness
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
  • EPO
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Laurel Kidney Specialists PC
350 Budfield St, Johnstown, PA 15904

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Karim W. Bitar

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Karim W. Bitar?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Karim W. Bitar by calling their office at 814-266-9919. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Karim W. Bitar a top-rated expert for Acute Kidney Failure?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Karim W. Bitar is classified as an Distinguished expert for Acute Kidney Failure, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Karim W. Bitar specialize in?

While Dr. Karim W. Bitar is a Internal Medicine, they have specific expertise in Acute Kidney Failure, Chronic Kidney Disease, and Peptic Ulcer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Internal Medicine.

Does Dr. Karim W. Bitar participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Karim W. Bitar has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Acute Kidney Failure. You can view a list of Dr. Karim W. Bitar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Karim W. Bitar accept my insurance?

Dr. Karim W. Bitar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 814-266-9919 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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