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16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Carlson, Anatomic Pathologist in Duarte, CA?
Dr. Joseph Carlson, MD, PHD is an Anatomic Pathologist, who primarily practices in Duarte, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years. Dr. Carlson graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts and completed his residency at Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Carlson is fluent in English, Spanish, and Swedish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carlson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carlson’s office at (323) 442-2582.
Where did Dr. Carlson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology | Brigham and Women's Hospital
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts | Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
What languages does Dr. Carlson speak?
Dr. Carlson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Swedish
What conditions does Dr. Carlson treat?
As an Anatomic Pathologist, 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:
- Endometrial Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Endometrial Tumor
- Endometrial Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Endometrium
ICD-10 Codes:
- C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium
Also known as:
- Cervical Cancer
- Early Cervical Cancer
- Malignant Cervical Tumor
- Cervical Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Cervix
- Carcinoma in situ of cervix
- Precancerous cervical cells
- Non-invasive cervical cancer
- Stage 0 cervical cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C539: Malignant neoplasm of cervix uteri, unspecified
- D069: Carcinoma in situ of cervix, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ovarian Cancer
- Ovarian Epithelial, Fallopian Tube, and Primary Peritoneal Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Cancer of the ovary
- Ovarian carcinoma
- Female reproductive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C569: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified ovary
- C563: Malignant neoplasm of bilateral ovaries
Also known as:
- Cervical Dysplasia
- Cervix Disorder
- Abnormal Cervical Cells
- Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasia
- Abnormal Pap Smear
ICD-10 Codes:
- N879: Dysplasia of cervix uteri, unspecified
Also known as:
- Uterine Fibroids
- Leiomyoma
- Fibromyoma
- Myoma
- Uterine growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- D259: Leiomyoma of uterus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Unusual Uterine Bleeding
- Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
- AUB
- Irregular Genital Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Spread to Liver and Bile Duct
- Liver Cancer
- Metastatic Liver Cancer
- Secondary Liver Tumor
- Liver Metastasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C787: Secondary malignant neoplasm of liver and intrahepatic bile duct
Also known as:
- Endometrial Intraepithelial Neoplasia
- Uterine Disease
- EIN
- Precancerous Uterine Cells
- Atypical Endometrial Hyperplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- N8502: Endometrial intraepithelial neoplasia [EIN]
Which procedures does Dr. Carlson perform as an Anatomic Pathologist?
As an Anatomic Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Carlson may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
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 (323) 442-2582 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Carlson accept in Duarte, CA?
Dr. Carlson in Duarte, 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
CalOptima
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
HealthComp
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Carlson's office located?
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 1023083458.
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. Joseph Carlson's specialty?
Dr. Carlson is a Anatomic Pathologist near Duarte, CA. A pathologist specializes in understanding the causes and nature of diseases, playing a key role in diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment through laboratory-based insights from biological, chemical, and physical sciences. They analyze information gathered from microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, as well as from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor disease. Contact Dr. Carlson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joseph Carlson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Carlson is affiliated with City of Hope - Duarte Cancer Center, Los Angeles General Medical Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo, UCI 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 Anatomic Pathologist?
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Is Joseph Carlson accepting new patients in Duarte, CA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Carlson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Carlson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Carlson's office at (323) 442-2582 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Carlson?
Please contact Dr. Carlson's office at (323) 442-2582 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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