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Dr. Carter Wahl, MD

Dr. Carter Wahl, MD

San Diego, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wahl, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Carter Wahl, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Pathology. Dr. Wahl completed his residency at University of California At San Diego. Dr. Wahl is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wahl’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wahl’s office at (619) 446-1543.

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

    • Residency: University of California At San Diego

    • Medical School: Medical College of Wisconsin

    Is Dr. Wahl board certified in Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?

    Yes, Dr. Carter Wahl, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology

    What languages does Dr. Wahl speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Wahl treat?

    As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Wahl 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. Wahl. 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.

    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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Cervical Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • HPV and Pap Test Results
    • Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening
    • Pap Test
    • HPV Test
    • Cervical Smear
    • Early Cervical Cancer Detection
    • PSA Test
    • Prostate Exam
    • Prostate Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
    • Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix
    • Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
    • Health Screening
    • STD screening
    • Sexual health check
    • Venereal disease test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Test
    • HPV screening
    • Papillomavirus test
    • Cervical cancer screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1151: Encounter for screening for human papillomavirus (HPV)

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Prenatal Care for Normal Pregnancy
    • Prenatal Care
    • Routine Pregnancy Check-ups
    • Maternity Care
    • Normal Pregnancy Supervision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3490: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, unspecified trimester

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary and Genital Symptoms
    • Urine and Urination
    • Genitourinary signs
    • Urogenital symptoms
    • Reproductive and urinary issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R399: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the genitourinary system

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Does Dr. Wahl accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wahl accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 446-1543 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wahl accept in San Diego, CA?

    Dr. Wahl in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Community Health Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Sharp Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Wahl's office located?

    Dr. Carter Wahl's Primary Practice

    300 Fir St

    San Diego, CA 92101

    (619) 446-1543

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

    Dr. Wahl's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467615070.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wahl?

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

    What is Dr. Carter Wahl's specialty?

    Dr. Wahl is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near San Diego, CA. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Wahl to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Carter Wahl affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wahl is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Palomar Medical Center Escondido 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

    Where can I learn more about Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?

    Explore Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist with 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 Carter Wahl accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Carter Wahl is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Carter Wahl offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wahl's office at (619) 446-1543 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Carter Wahl?

    Please contact Dr. Wahl's office at (619) 446-1543 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Carter Wahl have?

    Dr. Carter Wahl is certified by the American Board of Pathology.

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