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Dr. Lauren Carr, DO

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Carr, Pediatrician in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Lauren Carr, DO is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Carr is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carr’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carr’s office at (484) 628-4831.

    What languages does Dr. Carr speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Carr treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Carr 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. Carr. 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:

    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Mild Intermittent Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode
    • Mild Asthma Attack
    • Acute Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Asthma Exacerbation
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
    • J4521: Mild intermittent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
    • H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear

    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:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Laceration
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Head Cut
    • Deep Head Cut
    • Head Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0181XA: Laceration without foreign body of other part of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Bronchiole infection
    • Acute lung inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Croup
    • Throat Disorder
    • Acute Laryngitis
    • Laryngotracheobronchitis
    • Barking Cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Which procedures does Dr. Carr perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Lauren Carr may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Carr's office.

    Does Dr. Carr accept my insurance?

    Dr. Carr accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (484) 628-4831 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Carr accept in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Carr in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Capital BlueCross

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Geisinger Health Plan

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • State of Pennsylvania

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • UPMC Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Carr's office located?

    Dr. Lauren Carr's Primary Practice

    160 E Erie Ave

    Philadelphia, PA 19134

    (484) 628-4831

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    Dr. Lauren Carr's Practice 2

    420 S 5th Ave

    Reading, PA 19611

    (484) 628-4831

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    Dr. Lauren Carr's Practice 3

    3401 N Broad St

    Philadelphia, PA 19140

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

    Dr. Carr's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205096740.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carr?

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

    What is Dr. Lauren Carr's specialty?

    Dr. Carr is a Pediatrician near Philadelphia, PA. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Carr to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lauren Carr affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Carr is affiliated with Jefferson Torresdale Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Temple University Hospital, Reading Hospital Tower Health, Jefferson Stratford Hospital, Shore 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician 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 Lauren Carr accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Lauren Carr is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lauren Carr offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Carr's office at (484) 628-4831 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lauren Carr?

    Please contact Dr. Carr's office at (484) 628-4831 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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