Summary

Dr. Shefali Karkare is a neurologist who specializes in treating conditions affecting the brain and nervous system. She earned her medical degree from Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College and has dedicated 28 years to practicing neurology. Dr. Karkare is fluent in Hindi and Marathi, allowing her to communicate with patients in their preferred language.

Dr. Karkare practices at Cohen Children's Medical Center in New Hyde Park, New York, where she focuses on pediatric neurological care. She has particular expertise in treating epilepsy and various seizure conditions. Her diagnostic skills include performing electroencephalograms to monitor brain activity and help identify neurological disorders. Patients consistently rate Dr. Karkare highly for her care, giving her an average rating of 5.0.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 28 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Hindi, Marathi
  • Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

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28 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Hindi, Marathi Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese
New Hyde Park , NYNew York , NYAtlanta , GALivingston , NJ
Med School: Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College Med School: Universitatea De Medicina Si Farmacie Iuliu Hatieganu Med School: Universidad Central del Caribe School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Shefali Nakul Karkare

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199 SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Affinity by Molina Healthcare
  • AmidaCare
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield (Empire BCBS)
  • Anthem HealthPlus
  • CenterLight
  • Cigna
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth (GHI)
  • EmblemHealth (HIP)
  • EmblemHealth Insurance Company (fka HIP Insurance Company of New York) HIPIC
  • Empire BlueCross BlueShield (32BJ)
  • Hamaspik
  • Healthfirst
  • Humana
  • Humana Military (Tricare)
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • MVP
  • Northwell Direct
  • NYS Empire Plan (NYSHIP)
  • Oscar
  • Oxford
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Senior Whole Health
  • United Healthcare
  • US Family Health Plan
  • VillageCareMax

Medical Specialties

Shefali Nakul Karkare has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Shefali Nakul Karkare has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Child Neurology
  • Neurologist

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

Shefali Nakul Karkare holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College in 1998.

NPI Number

Shefali Nakul Karkare's NPI number is 1376794107.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Shefali Karkare affiliated with?
Shefali Karkare is affiliated with Cohen Childrens Medical Center.
Does Shefali Karkare accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Shefali Karkare accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Shefali Karkare's office located?
Shefali Karkare's office is located at 2001 Marcus Ave Ste W290, New Hyde Park, NY, 11042.
Does Shefali Karkare accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Shefali Karkare has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Shefali Karkare?
You can find contact information for Shefali Karkare here on Vitals.

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