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Dr. Martin Carter, MD

Family Medicine Specialist, Emergency Medicine Specialist

Coushatta, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Carter, Family Medicine Specialist in Coushatta, LA?

    Dr. Martin Carter, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Coushatta, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Carter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carter’s office at (318) 932-9980.

    Is Dr. Carter board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Martin Carter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Carter speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Carter typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Carter 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. Carter. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Carter typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Martin Carter may include:

    Please contact Dr. Carter's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Carter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Carter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 932-9980 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Carter accept in Coushatta, LA?

    Dr. Carter in Coushatta, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Territories

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • HealthRight Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

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    Where is Dr. Carter's office located?

    Dr. Martin Carter's Primary Practice

    1633 Marvel St

    Coushatta, LA 71019

    (318) 932-9980

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    Dr. Martin Carter's Practice 2

    323 W Walnut Ave

    Bastrop, LA 71220

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    Dr. Martin Carter's Practice 3

    165 Beech Springs Rd

    Jonesboro, LA 71251

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

    Dr. Carter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487865937.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carter?

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

    What is Dr. Martin Carter's specialty?

    Dr. Carter is a Family Medicine Specialist near Coushatta, LA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

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

    Yes, Dr. Carter is affiliated with Christus Highland Medical Center, Rapides Regional Medical Center, Ochsner Lsu Health - St. Mary Medical Center, West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Martin Carter accepting new patients in Coushatta, LA?

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

    Does Dr. Martin Carter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Carter's office at (318) 932-9980 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Martin Carter?

    Please contact Dr. Carter's office at (318) 932-9980 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Carter's office located?

    Dr. Carter's offices are located in Coushatta, LA, Bastrop, LA, and Jonesboro, LA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Martin Carter have?

    Dr. Martin Carter is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.