Summary

Dr. Raphael Karkowsky treats hypertension and hypertensive emergency, and performs chronic disease management and camp physicals. He practices internal medicine and is affiliated with Pennsylvania Hospital, seeing patients at locations in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He speaks English and Spanish.

Dr. Karkowsky earned his medical degree from George Washington University and completed his residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in 2015. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Karkowsky 5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 14 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Raphael Karkowsky has 2 locations

Raphael Karkowsky

1840 South StPhiladelphia, PA 19146

Delancey Internal Medicine

800 Walnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19107

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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin) Speaks English Speaks English, Gujarati, Hindi, Spanish
Philadelphia , PAMesquite , TXElizabethtown , PAPhiladelphia , PA
Med School: George Washington University Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc Med School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Nova Southeastern University College Of Osteopathic
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Raphael Karkowsky

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Centivo
  • Cigna Healthcare
  • Claim Watcher (Homestead/INDECs)
  • Clover Health
  • Devoted Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • HealthAmerica / HealthAssurance a Coventry Plan
  • HealthSpring (formerly Cigna)
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • Highmark Wholecare (formerly Gateway Health)
  • Horizon BC/BS of NJ
  • Humana Medicare
  • Humana Military (Tricare/Health Net Federal Services)
  • Imagine Health (Imagine Health 360)
  • Independence Blue Cross (IBC)
  • Jefferson Health Plans/Health Partners
  • Keystone First Health Plan
  • Medicaid - New Jersey
  • Medicaid - Pennsylvania
  • Medicare - Pennsylvania
  • Oscar Health Plan of PA
  • Oxford Health Plan
  • PA Health & Wellness
  • Perennial Advantage
  • Preferred Health Care/Eliance
  • Provider Partners Health Plan
  • QualCare
  • Railroad Medicare/Palmetto GBA
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Raphael Karkowsky has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Raphael Karkowsky has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

14 Years Experience

Raphael Karkowsky holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in 2015.

Medical School

Graduated from George Washington University in 2012.

NPI Number

Raphael Karkowsky's NPI number is 1194082164.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Raphael Karkowsky accepting new patients?
Raphael Karkowsky has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Raphael Karkowsky?
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Does Raphael Karkowsky accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Raphael Karkowsky affiliated with?
Raphael Karkowsky is affiliated with Pennsylvania Hospital.
Does Raphael Karkowsky accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Raphael Karkowsky has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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