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Dr. James Carraher, MD

Lincoln, NE

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Carraher, Family Medicine Specialist in Lincoln, NE?

    Dr. James Carraher, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lincoln, NE with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Carraher graduated from University of Nebraska College of Medicine and completed his residency at Lincoln Med Educ Fndn, Family Medicine. Dr. Carraher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carraher’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carraher’s office at (402) 483-2987.

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

    • Residency: Lincoln Med Educ Fndn, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Ne Coll of Med, Omaha Ne | University of Nebraska College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Carraher board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. James Carraher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Carraher speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Carraher treat?

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Obesity from Excess Calories
    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Diet-Related Obesity
    • Common Obesity
    • Nutritional Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories
    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    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:

    • 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:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    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:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Asymptomatic Menopause
    • Menopause
    • Menopausal Transition
    • Postmenopause
    • Change of Life

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z780: Asymptomatic menopausal state

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Screening for Other Endocrine Disorder
    • Health Screening
    • Hormone Disorder Screening
    • Gland Disorder Screening
    • Endocrine System Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1329: Encounter for screening for other suspected endocrine disorder

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. James Carraher may include:

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

    Does Dr. Carraher accept my insurance?

    Dr. Carraher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (402) 483-2987 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Carraher accept in Lincoln, NE?

    Dr. Carraher in Lincoln, NE 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 Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Midlands Choice (NE)

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • US Health and Life

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    Where is Dr. Carraher's office located?

    Dr. James Carraher's Primary Practice

    3201 Pioneers Blvd Ste 304

    Lincoln, NE 68502

    (402) 483-2987

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    Dr. James Carraher's Practice 2

    4130 Pioneer Woods Dr Ste 2

    Lincoln, NE 68506

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    Dr. James Carraher's Practice 3

    4424 S 86th St

    Lincoln, NE 68526

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

    Dr. Carraher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124135579.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carraher?

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

    What is Dr. James Carraher's specialty?

    Dr. Carraher is a Family Medicine Specialist near Lincoln, NE. 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. Carraher to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. James Carraher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Carraher is affiliated with Bryan East Campus, Nebraska 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 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 James Carraher accepting new patients in Lincoln, NE?

    Yes, Dr. James Carraher is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Carraher offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Carraher's office at (402) 483-2987 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Carraher?

    Please contact Dr. Carraher's office at (402) 483-2987 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Carraher have?

    Dr. James Carraher is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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