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Dr. Byron Carlson, MD

Northwood, IA

41 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Carlson, Family Medicine Specialist in Northwood, IA?

    Dr. Byron Carlson, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Northwood, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Carlson graduated from University of Minnesota Med School and completed his residency at Univ Sd Affil Hosp, Family Medicine; Sioux Falls Fam Prac Res, Family Medicine. Dr. Carlson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carlson’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carlson’s office at (641) 324-1221.

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

    • Residency: Univ Sd Affil Hosp, Family Medicine; Sioux Falls Fam Prac Res, Family Medicine | Sioux Vly Hosp | University of South Dakota School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: University of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn | University of Mn Med Sch | University of Minnesota Med School

    Is Dr. Carlson board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Byron Carlson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Carlson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Carlson treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Carlson 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. Carlson. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Atrial Fibrillation
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Persistent AFib
    • Long-term AFib
    • Ongoing Atrial Fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4820: Chronic atrial fibrillation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Artificial heart valve
    • Mechanical heart valve
    • Bioprosthetic valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    Also known as:

    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADHD
    • ADD
    • Hyperactivity Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type

    Which procedures does Dr. Carlson perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Byron Carlson may include:

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

    Does Dr. Carlson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Carlson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (641) 324-1221 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Carlson accept in Northwood, IA?

    Dr. Carlson in Northwood, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medica

    • Medical Associates Health Plans

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield

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    Where is Dr. Carlson's office located?

    Dr. Byron Carlson's Primary Practice

    803 9th Ave N

    Northwood, IA 50459

    (641) 324-1221

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    Dr. Byron Carlson's Practice 2

    115 N Main St

    Buffalo Center, IA 50424

    (641) 562-2424

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    Dr. Byron Carlson's Practice 3

    635 E US Highway 9 Ste A

    Forest City, IA 50436

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

    Dr. Carlson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548377120.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carlson?

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

    What is Dr. Byron Carlson's specialty?

    Dr. Carlson is a Family Medicine Specialist near Northwood, IA. 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. Contact Dr. Carlson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Byron Carlson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Carlson is affiliated with Mercyone North Iowa Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist 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 Byron Carlson accepting new patients in Northwood, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Byron Carlson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Byron Carlson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Carlson's office at (641) 324-1221 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Byron Carlson?

    Please contact Dr. Carlson's office at (641) 324-1221 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Byron Carlson have?

    Dr. Byron Carlson is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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